RAWALPINDI – The funeral prayers of Lieutenant Colonel Syed Kashif Ali Shaheed and Captain Muhammad Ahmed Badar Shaheed, who embraced martyrdom while defending their motherland against the scourge of terrorism in Mir Ali, North Waziristan District, were offered at Chaklala Garrison Rawalpindi on Sunday.
President Asif Ali Zardari, the foreign minister, the interior minister, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff committee, the chief of army staff, senior serving military and civil officers, relatives of shahada, and locals of the area attended the funeral, said ISPR.
“Pakistan Army has consistently upheld the ideals of Faith, Unity and Discipline. Guided by these enduring principles, the Pakistan Army has always endeavoured to set higher benchmarks of professionalism and loyalty in its unrelenting fight against terrorism. This noble sacrifice stands as another glorious testament to the steadfast resolve of our gallant sons, who have never hesitated to offer the ultimate sacrifice for the defence of our Motherland. The whole nation stands in solidarity with our Armed Forces,’’ the president said.
The bodies of Shuhada have been taken to their native hometowns, where they will be laid to rest with full military honour.
