On Pakistan Day, President Asif Ali Zardari awarded civil honors to 69 individuals for their exceptional contributions across various fields at a special ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad. Renowned fashion designers Sana Hashwani and Safinaz Muneer received the prestigious Sitara-i-Imtiaz for their significant impact on the fashion industry since launching their brand in 1989. Sultan Ali Akbar Allana, Chairman of Habib Bank Limited, was awarded the Nishan-i-Khidmat for his services, while philanthropist Amin Lakhani received the Tamgha-i-Imtiaz for his dedication to social causes.