MAZAR-I-SHARIF (Pajhwok): Local officials on Saturday said all needed measures have been taken for celebration of the Independence Day in northern Balkh province.
Residents of Mazar-I-Sharif, the capital of Balkh province, are installing the Afghanistan national flag and pictures of King Amanullah Khan on public roads.
Mazar-i-Sharif residents say are more enthusiastic this year compared to the previous year about celebrating the Independence Day that falls on August 19.
Balkh information and culture officials also say they are ready . . .
