Rawalpindi: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces; Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI (M), Chief of the Naval Staff; and Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Air Staff, on behalf of the Pakistan Armed Forces, paid homage to the immortal legacy of Lance Naik Muhammad Mehfooz Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, on his martyrdom anniversary.
Lance Naik Muhammad Mehfooz Shaheed is remembered as a towering symbol of valor, sacrifice, and devotion to the motherland. During the 1971 war at the Wagah sector, he displayed extraordinary courage against overwhelming enemy resistance. Despite severe injuries and relentless fire, he pressed forward with fearless resolve, ultimately sacrificing his life in the highest tradition of military honor. His gallantry remains one of the most luminous chapters in the history of the Pakistan Armed Forces.
The Armed Forces described his supreme sacrifice as embodying the indomitable spirit, professional excellence, and selflessness that define Pakistan's military. His heroism continues to inspire generations of soldiers and citizens alike, reinforcing the sacred bond between the armed forces and the nation they defend.
On this solemn occasion, the Armed Forces of Pakistan reaffirmed their unwavering resolve to uphold the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security of the nation. The legacy of Lance Naik Muhammad Mehfooz Shaheed remains a timeless beacon of courage, resilience, and ultimate sacrifice.