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Crazy jubilation of Independence

By: Haroon Baloch

ISLAMABAD: Although prevailing crises in country did not allow majority to celebrate 66th day of independence on August 14th, but enthusiasm of youth in major cities was worth seeing. They celebrated country's independence day in a crazy way.

Islamabad: Crazy youth gathering at Faizabad junction to 
commemorate 14th August - Photo: Haroon Baloch  

Islamabad: Faizabad leads Expressway to Grand Trunk 
road for Lahore in the east and Peshawar in the west - 
Photo - Haroon Baloch

Islamabad: Biking in a crazy way on Expressway is their 
hobby - Photo: Haroon Baloch

Islamabad: One wheelers break all rules without any 
hesitation in the name of independence - Photo: Haroon Baloch

Islamabad: One-wheeling claims dozens of lives every year 
in Pakistan - Photo:  Haroon Baloch

Islamabad: One wheelers proudly push themselves into 
danger - Photo: Haroon Baloch

Islamabad: One-wheeling was strictly banned in the country 
to avoid any incident - Photo: Haroon Baloch  

Islamabad: They are courageous and determined, right 
direction may lead them to success in their lives - 
Photo: Haroon Baloch

Islamabad: In love with their country, they are the proud 
nation - Photo: Haroon Baloch

Islamabad: Rickshaw drivers also joined the crazy 
bandwagon- Photo: Haroon Baloch
 
Islamabad: No matter if they don't have motorcycle, 
bicycle is another tool - Photo: Haroon Baloch

Islamabad: Installing flags on vehicles is another way to 
express gratitude towards motherland - Photo: Haroon Baloch 

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