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GHQ to Commemorate First Anniversary of "Marka-e-Haq" Victory Tomorrow
General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi will host a grand ceremony on Sunday, May 10, 2026, to mark exactly one year since the victory of Marka-e-Haq (Battle of Truth). The event honors the 2025 conflict where Pakistan’s armed forces successfully repelled an unprovoked Indian offensive, reportedly downing eight fighter jets—including a French-made Rafale—before a U.S.-brokered ceasefire ended the 19-day war. Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir will preside as the chief guest, joined by the Naval and Air Chiefs. The ceremony will feature a wreath-laying at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada and a tri-services guard of honor, followed by a live televised address from Field Marshal Munir on the nation’s operational readiness and strategic resolve
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by News Desk
2026-05-09
GHQ to Commemorate First Anniversary of

On Sunday, May 10, 2026, Pakistan will officially commemorate the first anniversary of Marka-i-Haq (The Battle of Truth), marking one year since the conclusion of the 2025 military conflict with India. Major ceremonies are scheduled at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi and the National Monument in Islamabad to honor the victory and the sacrifices of the armed forces.

GHQ Ceremony & Military Honors

The primary military event will take place at GHQ, presided over by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff.

  • Top Brass Attendance: The event will be attended by Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu and Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf.

  • Tribute to Martyrs: The ceremony will include a formal wreath-laying at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada and a tri-services salute to honor those who fell during the 19-day escalation.

  • Aerial Display: Following spectacular rehearsals on Friday, the PAF is expected to showcase its aerial prowess, which famously included the downing of multiple enemy aircraft during last year's operations.

Traffic and Security Lockdown in Islamabad

The capital city is bracing for significant movement as top civilian and military leaders gather at the National Monument near Zero Point.

  • Route Closures: Major arteries, including the Srinagar Highway (from Korianwala Chowk to Peshawar Mor) and the Islamabad Expressway (Faizabad to Khayaban Chowk), will be closed from 6:00 PM to midnight.

  • Alternative Routes: Commuters are advised to use 9th Avenue, Colonel Sher Khan Road (IJP Road), and Murree Road to bypass the restricted zones.

  • Aviation Impact: The Pakistan Airports Authority has warned that flight operations at Islamabad International Airport may experience delays or disruptions through Sunday due to operational security requirements.

Historical Context: What was Marka-i-Haq?

"Marka-i-Haq" refers to the military conflict that began following the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam attack. It culminated in Pakistan’s counter-offensive, Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, which led to a strategic victory and a ceasefire on May 10, 2025. The state has since institutionalized this date as a symbol of national defense and "the triumph of truth."
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