Navy Day (Pakistan)
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| Navy Day | |
|---|---|
| Observed by | Pakistan |
| Type | National |
| Date | 8 September |
Navy Day (Urdu: یوم بحریہ) in Pakistan, observed on 8 September, commemorates the Indo-Pakistan war of 1965. It is a significant occasion to acknowledge the Pakistan Navy's achievements, particularly their strategic operation against India codenamed Operation Dwarka, carried out by the 25th Destroyer Squadron.[1]
Pakistan Navy observes Navy Day on 8 September to commemorate the implementation of Operation Somnath, an operation carried out by the 25th squadron. This operation holds historical significance as it showcased the effectiveness of the Pakistan Navy in countering a significant opponent.[2][3]
