County fêtes Pakistan Independence Day

with the Indian Independence Act. Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco, III issued a proclamation recognizing Aug. 14, 2023, as Independence Day of Pakistan.

The proclamation and a Key to the County were presented to Acting Consul General of Pakistan in New York, the Honorable Nawab Adil Khan, who also delivered remarks. Dr Azfar Chak of Paramus served as the eventʼs keynote speaker.

Greeting remarks were presented by District 37 Assemblywoman Shama Haider

The event featured vocal performances by Sherjan Ahmad and a Bhangra dance by the Gabru Punjab Group.

The County of Bergen also presented Pakistan Independence Day Service Awards to members of the community: Afsheen Akbar, Dr. Ghazal Arshad, Ghazala Shahid Chohan, Asad Gilani, Syed M. Tahir, and Shalah Shabbir.

The event culminated in the raising of the Pakistani flag. Refreshments were donated by various Bergen County restaurants and organizations.