Pakistani American community will present a resolution at the US House of Representatives today [Wednesday] to express support for designation of March 23, 2023, as ‘‘Pakistan Day”.

In a press release issued by American Pakistani Advocacy Group, the president of the group Ali Rashid said that US Congressmember Jamaal Bowman will be joined by the members of the Pakistani American community to present a resolution.

He said that the Pakistani American community has always wanted to uplift and honor the principles of democracy, freedom, and hard work, characteristics that make us unconditionally American.  He said that this is a day of immense celebration and joy, adding that we are beginning to change the conversation in regard to what it means to be a Pakistani American.

He said that Jamaal Bowman noted the cultural diversity and strength of the nearly 800,000 Pakistani Americans in the United States of America in support of the Pakistan Day.

In a statement, Congressmember Jamaal Bowman said that he is proud to recognize and celebrate the dynamic and rich contributions of Pakistani Americans. The United States is stronger because of the distinct contributions of groups that make this country home while also expressing and allowing us to share in their culture and history.

He said the American Pakistani Advocacy Group continues to ensure elected leaders hear from their Pakistani constituents in order to celebrate and understand the immense contributions and beauty of Pakistani-American culture.

It is pertinent to mention that Pakistan Day is a national holiday in Pakistan, commemorating the Lahore Resolution passed on March 23, 1940, and the adoption of the first Constitution of Pakistan during the transition of the Dominion of Pakistan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on March 23, 1956, making it the world’s first Islamic republic.

Pakistan Day provides an excellent means by which all residents of the United States can learn more about the rich Pakistani heritage, while fostering an appreciation for this great culture among future generations.