Tue, 21-Oct-2025

COAS felicitates Zaheer Babar For Taking Command As New Air Chief

COAS meets New Air Chief

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa held a meeting with newly-appointed Air Chief Zaheer Ahmed Babar at GHQ today.

According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), during the meeting, the COAS felicitated Zaheer Ahmed Babar for taking the command as the new Air Chief of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF).

He also congratulated the new Air Chief after he was accorded the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) by President Arif Alvi on Monday.

The COAS also expressed best wishes to Air Chief Zaheer Ahmad Babar, ISPR added.

ISPR further said, the Army Chief also hopes that the PAF will surely prosper under the best command of Zaheer Ahmed.

Earlier in the day, the newly-appointed Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar has been conferred the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) award by President Dr. Arif Alvi here on Monday.

The President awarded the new Air Chief with the prestigious Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) as a recognition of his magnificent services for the Pakistan Air Force (PAF).

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New Air Chief Accorded the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) by President Alvi

Air Chief Zaheer Ahmed Babar

Newly-appointed Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar has been conferred the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) award by President Dr. Arif Alvi here on Monday.

The President awarded the new Air Chief with the prestigious Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) as a recognition of his magnificent services for the Pakistan Air Force (PAF).

Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar was commissioned in April 1986 in the GDP branch of the Pakistan Air Force.

During his career, he commanded the Fighter Squadron, Operational Air Base and Regional Air Command. He served at the Air Headquarters as Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Operations Research and Development), Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Training Officers) and Director General of Projects.

In addition, Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar has also served as an Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Defense.

Earlier, in honour of his notable services, he has been accorded with Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Military), Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) and Hilal-i-Imtiaz (Military).

Previously, Zaheer Ahmed Babar had taken the charge as the new Air Chief of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF).

The former Air Chief Mujahid Anwar pinned badges on Babar and presented him the commanding sword as well.

Moreover, Mujahid Anwar also viewed the guard of honour. A special formation of JF-17 fighter jets honoured him by presenting a salute.

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PM Imran Commends Services Of Air Chief During His Illustrious Career

PM Imran Commends Services Of Air Chief During His Illustrious Career

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar paid a farewell call on to Prime Minister Imran Khan here on Wednesday (today).

According to the details, PM Imran has appreciated the services of the Chief of Air Staff for his illustrious career.

The Chief of Air Staff lauded the performance of the incumbent PTI-led government in prospering the country’s economy and national security.

Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Appointed New Air Chief

Prime Minister Imran Khan has appointed Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar as the new Chief of Air Staff.

According to details, the PM’s spokesman said that Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar has been appointed as Air Chief in place of Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar.

The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson further said that Air Marshal will be promoted to the rank of Air Chief Marshal.

Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar was commissioned in April 1986 in the GDP branch of the Pakistan Air Force.

During his career, he commanded the Fighter Squadron, Operational Air Base and Regional Air Command. He served at the Air Headquarters as Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Operations Research and Development), Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Training Officers) and Director General of Projects.

In addition, Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar has also served as an Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Defense.

President Confers Nishan-I-Imtiaz (Civil) On Air Chief

President Dr. Alvi conferred the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Civil) on the Chief of Air Staff at a special investiture ceremony at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Wednesday.

The Pakistan Day Parade will see new Chief of Air Staff (CAS) leading the fly-past on March 23 as the incumbent will retire on March 18 on completion of three years tenure.

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Air Chief Marshal launches JF-17 Block-3 at Pakistan Aeronautical Complex

Air Chief Marshal

Pakistan Aeronautical Complex has formally launched the production work of Block-III of JF-17 Thunder aircraft on the completion of dual-seat JF-17 fighter jet.

The launching ceremony was held at Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Kamra on Wednesday, which was attended by Air Chief Marshal, Mujahid Anwar Khan and Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Nong Rong.

Speaking on the occasion, the Air Chief emphasized on indigenization and self-reliance in military hardware.

He praised initiatives of Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Kamra for design, development, manufacturing, and overhaul of aerial warfare assets.

He also applauded the collaboration between aviation industries of Pakistan and China.

Chinese Ambassador, on the occasion, highlighted JF-17 program as a shining example of cooperation between two countries and assured his country’s support for ongoing and future joint ventures in all domains.

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