Islamabad, (Pakistan Point News - 28th May, 2018) : The Pakistani nation on Monday marked the 20th Youm-e-Takbeer with national enthusiasm to remember the Pakistan's historic nuclear tests. Special programs in connection with the historic day of the country's history were organized across the country. Some 20 years back in 1998 on the same day, Pakistan was forced to take that decision as a response and in self-defence to the nuclear tests accompanying hostile posturing by its neighbour.
However, according to a Foreign Office statement, Pakistan has remained steadfast in its commitment to non-proliferation and global peace and strategic stability. Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi in his message on the Youm-e-Takbeer has said that the observance of this day provides an opportunity to the nation to reiterate its resolve for defence and solidarity of the country. Meanwhile, in Chagai, a rally was organized alongside the mountain where atomic test took place on May 28 in 1998 near Dalbandin to celebrate Youm-e-Takbeer. Large number of people holding National flags chanted slogans in favor of Pak Army and Pakistan and marched on Quetta-Taftan highway in Chehattar area of District Chagai.
