ISLAMABAD: The President Asif Ali Zardari and the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued their warmest greetings to the nation on the New Year’s day, and from their side, they admitted the same country’s progress and prosperity.
During his New Year’s address, President Zardari acknowledged the difficulties that Pakistan is going through, but still, he emphasized that the nation is not at all hopeless. “Pakistan may not be without difficulties, but we are not without power”. By being united, persistent, inventive and, above all, believing, we can get around any hurdles,” said the President.
Moreover, he then stated that it is very necessary for the whole nation and the keepers of Pakistan to re-commit to their duties; every single citizen has to ensure a proper handling of the issues that are facing the country.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, sent his congratulations to the Pakistani people and expressed the wish that the new year would be a time of goodwill, development, and the entire country being safe. “Let’s transform this year into a bear’s dream of our country’s delight, growth, and peace,” said the Prime Minister.
He furthered through a 2025 milestone year in Pakistan’s defense story, stating it would be legendary. “In 2025, our very brave and capable armed forces will have the entire nation’s unwavering support, and then together we will be like a double wall, strong enough to defend the country,” the Prime Minister shared his vision.
Welcome 2026: Fireworks and street celebrations mark the start of a New Year across Pakistan
The new year celebration of 2026, which took place in Pakistan and all over the world, was the manifestation of new hopes, dreams, and steadfast resolution. The coming of the year 2026 was greeted by the whole nation with great excitement and enthusiasm as the cities were painted with brilliant fireworks and street festivities.
New year’s celebrations were held in the major cities of Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, and others. In Lahore, the Punjab government hosted a grand fireworks show at Liberty and Liberty Chowk, which attracted a huge number of citizens. Even though there were celebrations in different spots, heavy traffic in some areas was caused by the large number of people who were out to celebrate.
In Karachi, the fireworks display was also breath-taking, but there were reports of aerial firing in certain places despite the prohibition. To ensure the peace, Section 144 was enforced in both Karachi and Hyderabad, banning the riding of motorcycles with two people and the carrying of arms and restricting the setting off of fireworks only in the specified areas.
At the same time, a great celebration full of activity and fun took place at the lake in Islamabad’s Park View City, marking the new year. The music concerts were also attended by the people. The fireworks show was so impressive that it made the night sky look colorful. The crowd said that this kind of well-planned celebration is not very common and thus expressed their gratitude for the event.
As soon as the clock struck midnight, the crowd turned their backs on 2025, and expecting 2026 to be the year of no more wars, and the nation’s having all the good things like richness and happiness, they shouted “Happy New Year!”. Their prayers for the country included safety, development, stability, and a brilliant future. They also vowed to work together, no matter the differences, to build a stronger and more united Pakistan.
Pakhtun Digital extends its heartfelt New Year greetings to all citizens as they step into 2026 with hope and excitement.
