Pakistan Railways Sports Board (PRSB) has decided to celebrate the 64th Independence Day of Pakistan on August 14 with simplicity to express solidarity with the flood-stricken people in Pakistan. President PRSB, Muhammad Junaid Qureshi has asked all the divisions to celebrate the day with simplicity. He said that prayers would be offered at Fajr prayers for the rehabilitation of the flood-hit people.
Flag hoisting ceremonies will be held across the country. In Lahore, the ceremony will be held at Railway Stadium. Moreover, different sports events were held in connection with Independence Day. In Basketball match, President-XI beat Vice-President-XI by 32-30. In Tug of War tie, Secretary-XI overpowered Sports Officer-XI by 2-1.