Staff Reporter Islamabad
On the auspicious occasion of Independence Day, President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, has conferred the highest civil award, Nishan e Imtiaz (NI), upon Chairman of Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission, Muhammad Naeem.
The conferment not only acknowledges Muhammad Naeem’s meritorious contribution for the projects of national interest and scientific and technical achievements during his long association at PAEC but also reflects the invaluable contribution of the Commission for the country. It is pertinent to mention here that Mr. Muhammad Naeem has already been awarded both HI and SI earlier.
It is a matter of great honour for the Commission that this year one NI, two Hilal-e-Imtiaz, three Sitara e Imtiaz, four Pride of Performance, and five Tamgha-e-Imtiaz have been awarded to scientists and engineers of PAEC.
Other PAEC awardees, include Dr. Inam-ur- Rahman, Dr. Qamar Mehboob, Dr. Masoodul Hassan, Mr. Aslam Umer and many others. This is a reflection of the fact that PAEC is striving hard for nation’s progress and development.