What Freedom Means to Me as a Pakistani—and How We Can Protect It
Written by: Miss Durriya
Every year, on 14th August, we see green flags waving, lights glowing on buildings, and children singing national songs with pride. It’s a beautiful reminder of how far we’ve come as a country. bBut honestly, sometimes I pause and ask myself:
Are we really valuing our freedom the way we should?
What am I doing to protect it?
Freedom isn’t just something we celebrate once a year—it’s something we live, breathe, and protect every single day. And as a Pakistani, here’s what it really means to me:
Freedom means unity—despite our differences
Pakistan is a colourful mix of cultures, languages, and traditions. From Karachi to Hunza, we’re all different—and that’s our beauty. But sometimes, those differences divide us.
To protect our freedom, we have to learn how to stand together. Respect each other. Celebrate each other. Because without unity, we’re just individuals—not a nation.
Freedom means education—not just for ourselves, but for everyone
To me, education is power. It’s how we break the cycle of poverty, how we fight ignorance, and how we truly move forward as a nation.
If we want to protect our future, we need to make sure that every child—boy or girl—gets the chance to learn. It’s not just the government’s job. It’s ours too.
Freedom means having a voice—and using it wisely
We live in a country where we can vote, speak, and express our opinions. That’s a huge deal. But real freedom means using that voice for good—raising it for justice, not for hate.
Let’s speak up against wrong, support what’s right, and listen to others too—even when we disagree.
Freedom means playing fair—even when no one’s watching
It’s easy to complain about corruption or injustice. But it starts small—with me and you.
Do we cheat on a test? Do we lie to save money? Do we litter because “everyone else does it”?
Protecting freedom means being honest, fair, and responsible—every day, even in the smallest choices.
Freedom means thinking beyond ourselves
Real freedom isn’t selfish. It’s about looking out for each other. Helping a neighbour. Planting trees. Paying taxes. Supporting local workers. Keeping the streets clean.
These things may seem small—but they shape the kind of Pakistan we pass on to the next generation.
So, what can we do?
We don’t need to be politicians, soldiers, or activists to protect freedom.
We just need to care.
Care enough to do what’s right.
Care enough to stay informed.
Care enough to put Pakistan first, even when it’s hard.