QUETTA - Pashtun Culture Day was celebrated in different parts of Balochistan, including its provincial capital Quetta on Friday.
The day was marked with various colourful ceremonies organised at different places in Quetta and other Pashtun dominated districts of the province.The main ceremony was held at the open area of the Metropolitan Corporation Quetta (MCQ) where the stalls were set up highlighting the Pashtun culture — its history, contribution to the country’s uplift and landmark achievements.
Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PKMAP) Chief Mehmood Khan Achakzai visited the stalls at MCQ while a large number of party leaders and supporters were also present.
The PKMAP chief during his visit appreciated the youth who beautifully decorated the stalls depicting the history and culture of the Pashtun people and tribes.
Meanwhile, a large number of students were also gathered at a seminar organised by Pakhtunkhwa Student Organisation in Balochistan University. Pashto Academy General Secretary Dr Kamil Qazalbash told media that the seminar was organised by Pashto Academy in Quetta and would continue for three days. Meanwhile, under the auspices of ANP and Balochistan Culture Department, a separate event was organised at the Institute of Culture. Likewise, there were reports from other parts of the province where different events, including exhibitions and rallies were organised