KARACHI: Local fisherman took part in a traditional boat race organized by the Pakis
tan Coast Guard (PCG) in
the southern port city of Karachi on Thursday.
Pakistan Day is observed on March 23rd every year. On this day in 1940 the Muslim League had demanded the establishment of a separate state to protect the rights of Muslims in the then-British colony of India.
On the occasion, Director G
eneral of the Pakis
tan Coast Guard Brigadier Ateeq-ur- Rehman said that the program’s aim was to involve the fishermen as well as the local residents of the co
astal area to create a sense of patriotism among them.
He believed that there is a strong-bonding between the relationship of the fishermen and the co
astal guards, “the fishermen go to the deep sea for their liv
elihood while the guards protect them”, he explained.
The DG appreciated the work of the fishermen, stating that they are great asset to the country as they face multifaceted challenges during their journey to provide sustenance for the people.
He further said that the Pakis
tan Coast Guard has been focusing on the issue of illegal immigrants attempting entry into the country – adding that almost 1600 illegal immigrants have been apprehended in a period of one and a half year.
The boat race started from Manora and finished at Kemari with at least 15 fishermen participating in the race. The boat ‘Al-Raeefi’ secured first position, the ‘Al-Fateh’ boat won second place and the ‘Al-Kohinoor’ boat was the third runner-up.
