Pakistan Navy Assumes Guard Duties At Mausoleum Of Allama Muhammad Iqbal

Lahore, 09 Nov 22:  An impressive Change of Guard Ceremony was held at the mausoleum of Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal as the nation celebrates the 145th birth anniversary of a National Poet, who with the vision of an independent state inspired the creation of Pakistan. A smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan Navy assumed ceremonial guard duties with traditional spirit and enthusiasm. The outgoing Pakistan Rangers Punjab ceremoniously handed over the guard duties to Pakistan Navy. Pakistan Navy Station Commander at Lahore, Commodore Sajid Hussain graced the occasion as Chief Guest who presented a mark of respect at Allama Iqbal mausoleum.

The ceremonial Guard mounting was followed by a floral wreath laying at the mausoleum by the Chief Guest on behalf of Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi, Officers, Sailors, and Navy Civilians of Pakistan Navy. Later on, Station Commander offered Fateha and recorded his remarks in the visitor book paying rich tribute to the National Poet.

The ceremony was attended by civil & military dignitaries and a large number of the general public.

Director General Public Relations (Navy)