- Burj Khalifa’s non-illumination with Pakistan flag colors disappoints Pakistanis on Independence Day.
- Video shows upset crowd chanting ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ in support of their country.
- Incident highlights missed opportunity for celebrating national pride.
The Burj Khalifa’s failure to illuminate with the Pakistan flag on Independence Day in Dubai has left numerous Pakistani individuals disappointed and angered, as depicted in a recently surfaced online video. The video captures a crowd of Pakistanis gathered near the iconic building at midnight in anticipation of witnessing their national flag’s colors adorning the structure.
However, their hopes were dashed as the clock ticked past midnight, and the Burj Khalifa remained devoid of the expected display. Frustration grew among the crowd, leading them to chant ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ as an expression of their patriotism and support for their homeland. A witness who documented the scene on her mobile device noted that the time was 12:01 am and Dubai officials had already conveyed their decision not to light up the Burj Khalifa with the Pakistan flag. This turn of events left her and others disheartened, viewing it as a disappointing moment for all Pakistanis.
The video illustrates the somber expressions of the attendees as they eventually departed from the scene, their belief that the Burj Khalifa would symbolize the spirit of Pakistan’s independence through its flag-colored illumination unfulfilled. The incident, while unfortunate, highlights the significance of such gestures in fostering national pride and unity.
A Pakistani lady narrates, How Pakistan flag didn’t show up on Burj Khalifa on their Independence day😂😂🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/WNbEOetANL
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