Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa commenced the independence day proceedings by hoisting the largest national flag in the history of Pakistan at Wagah Border Lahore on the eve of Pakistan's 70th Independence anniversary.

As per details, the flag was hoisted on a 400-feet pole, whereas the size of the flag is 120x80 feet. The flag has been made entirely in Pakistan, and is said to be the highest flag in South Asia and the 8th highest in the world.

After the flag hoisting ceremony, spectacular fireworks were also demonstrated, and the national anthem of Pakistan was sang as well.