ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's military leadership on Monday paid tribute to Captain Muhammad Sarwar Shaheed, the country's first recipient of the Nishan-e-Haider, on the 78th anniversary of his martyrdom, honoring his courage and sacrifice during the First Kashmir War.
In a statement, the military's media wing said Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, chief of the Army Staff and chief of Defence Forces, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, and the armed forces commemorated the anniversary by paying rich tribute to the fallen officer's "unparalleled courage, unwavering commitment and supreme sacrifice in the defense of the nation.”
The ISPR said Captain Muhammad Sarwar embraced martyrdom on July 27, 1948, during the First Kashmir War at Tilpatra in Azad Kashmir while leading his troops from the front. He became the first Pakistani to be awarded the Nishan-e-Haider, the country's highest military honor, for displaying extraordinary courage, exceptional tactical brilliance and unwavering devotion to duty.
The statement described his sacrifice as a timeless symbol of courage, resilience and selfless devotion to the nation, saying it continues to inspire present and future generations to uphold the highest principles of duty, honor and patriotism.
“The people and Armed Forces of Pakistan pay profound tribute to his enduring legacy with the deepest respect and gratitude,” the ISPR said.
