The martyrdom anniversary of Captain Muhammad Sarwar Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider was observed on Thursday. Captain Muhammad Sarwar, the first recipient of Nishan-e-Haider, demonstrated indomitable courage and valour in defence of motherland and embraced martyrdom at Tilpatra in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) in 1948.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has paid glowing tribute to Captain Muhammad Sarwar Shaheed, the country’s first Nishan-e-Haider recipient for his courage and bravery on his martyrdom anniversary. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said this brave son of the nation sacrificed his life while destroying the evil ambitions of the enemy’s aggressive occupation of Kashmir.
The Armed Forces of Pakistan, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and services Chiefs have paid glowing tribute to Captain Muhammad Sarwar Shaheed. The ISPR, in a statement, said his matchless chivalry, unwavering resolve and fortitude shall always be remembered. His martyrdom anniversary serves as a powerful reminder of the extraordinary sacrifices made by the armed forces of Pakistan to defend the motherland.
The statement said let us remember these heroes who have laid down their lives in defence of our motherland.