Islamabad: Yadgar-e-Fatah, a monument commemorating Pakistan’s victory in the Battle of Truth, was formally unveiled to the public in Islamabad at a ceremony attended by people from different walks of life.

According to APP, the event was organised jointly by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and the Capital Development Authority. The ceremony featured a music programme and a projection mapping show highlighting the victory in the Battle of Truth.

Federal Information and Broadcasting Secretary Ashfaq Ahmed Khokhar said Yadgar-e-Fatah symbolises the nation’s victory, which he said was founded on courage, bravery and unwavering determination. He described the unveiling of the monument as a moment of pride for the nation and future generations.

During the ceremony, projection mapping technology was used to present the story of the monument’s construction, highlighting the team involved in the project and its journey from the beginning of construction to completion.

It was explained that the monument features five arches representing the five pillars of Islam. The arches also represent five pillars of Pakistan: the government, military strength, media, people and national ideology.

The monument’s design reflects all three services of Pakistan’s armed forces — the Army, Air Force and Navy —as well as cyber defence and space warfare.

A modern projection mapping system has also been installed at the monument, combining light, music and architecture for visual presentations.

The ceremony was attended by social and political figures, athletes, students and people from various walks of life. Pakistan Chess Federation chief Zeeshan Naqvi also attended the event along with gold medal-winning chess players.

National cricketer Razaullah paid tribute to the courage and sacrifices of Pakistan’s armed forces, while Chacha Cricket congratulated the nation on the victory in the Battle of Truth.

The public has been informed that Yadgar-e-Fatah will remain open from 5pm to 10pm on all days except Monday, starting Sunday. Free tickets for visiting the monument can be obtained through its website.