72nd Independence Day anniversary of Pakistan was celebrated across the country with traditional patriotic fervor on 14th August 2019. To mark the day at State Bank, a ‘Flag Hoisting Ceremony’ was held in front of SBP Museum, SBP Head Office, Karachi at 9 am. Governor State Bank, Dr. Reza Baqir graced the occasion as a chief guest.

The celebrations kicked off with recitation of Holy Quran followed by national anthem and tree plantation at SBP Karachi premises. Later, Governor State Bank hoisted the national flag at 9:00 am amidst thunderous applause followed by his address.

After his speech, Dr. Baqir inaugurated the special exhibition at Museum and Art Gallery organized by the State Bank Museum and Art Gallery. Governor SBP along with other officials also cut the independence cake to conclude the ceremony.

SBP employees along with their families and relatives attended the event.