Shuhada, Ghazis our national heroes: COAS

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Monday said that Shuhada and Ghazis are national heroes and the nation owes its independence and security to the sacrifices of its valiant warriors.

“Our Shuhada are, indeed, the beacons of hope and resilience for the nation,” General Asim Munir, while addressing the GHQ Investiture Ceremony, said. The COAS conferred military awards upon Army personnel for their acts of gallantry during operations and meritorious services rendered to the nation at GHQ investiture ceremony which was held at General Headquarters here on Monday.

A large number of senior Army officers and families of awardees attended the ceremony. Officers and soldiers were awarded medals including Sitara-I-Imtiaz (Military) and Tamgha-I- Basalat. Medals of Shuhada were received by their family members.

Paying rich tribute to Shuhada and Ghazis, the COAS said that there is nothing more noble than laying one’s life for defence of motherland and the sacrifices of martyrs strengthen the resolve to fight with utmost dedication and spirit of sacrifice.

The COAS also lauded brave families of Shuhada for their high spirits and sacrifices rendered by them.