Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Funeral prayer of Major Hamza Israr offered at Chaklala Garrison

Funeral prayer

RAWALPINDI: The funeral prayer of Major Hamza Israr Shaheed who embraced martyrdom while valiantly defending the motherland in Mir Ali, was solemnly offered at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi.

The Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, along with Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, the Defence Minister, the Information Minister, and General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), attended the funeral.

A large number of senior serving and retired military officers, soldiers, and the bereaved family members of the fallen hero also paid their respects.

While honouring the sacrifices of Pakistan’s valiant martyrs, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the nation’s unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism. He emphasized that such supreme sacrifices strengthen national resolve and reinforce the collective faith in ensuring a peaceful and secure Pakistan for future generations.

He further declared that the entire nation stands in steadfast solidarity with the Armed Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies in their resolute fight against terrorism.

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Chairman JCSC confers civil awards to eminent scientists, engineers

Chairman JCSC

RAWALPINDI: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, on behalf of the President of Pakistan, conferred civil awards on eminent scientists and engineers from strategic organizations for their meritorious services at the Investiture Ceremony held here on Tuesday at Chaklala Garrison.

A total of 35 awardees were conferred with the awards, whereas seven officers were awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz, 15 officers were awarded President’s Award for Pride of Performance and 13 officers were awarded Tamgha-i-Imtiaz.

The Chairman JCSC lauded the services of the scientists and engineers; hailing them as the nation’s unseen heroes. While addressing the awardees, the CJCSC said, “You, all, have selflessly contributed towards strengthening the foundations of a resilient nation; and for that, we are forever indebted to you.”

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