Tribute paid to Naik Saif Ali Janjua on 78th martyrdom anniversary

Military leadership also paid rich tributes to Naik Saif Ali Janjua Shaheed, Hilal-e-Kashmir, for his outstanding bravery and heroic sacrifice.

A solemn ceremony was held on Monday (26 October) on behalf of the Armed Forces of Pakistan to mark the 78th martyrdom anniversary of Chief of the Army Staff & Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu and Commander National Strategic Command General Syed Aamer Raza.

During the 1948 war, Naik Saif Ali Janjua Shaheed showed great gallantry and commitment to hold the strategically important Pir Kaleva Ridge against repeated enemy attacks. He led from the front, refusing to give way in the face of overwhelming adversity and making the ultimate sacrifice in the greatest tradition of military duty.

His gallant stance demonstrates the everlasting ethos of Pakistan Armed Forces, distinguished by courage, resilience and an unswerving dedication toward safeguarding Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

The Armed Forces and the people of Pakistan salute his tremendous sacrifice and reiterate that the legacy of Naik Saif Ali Janjua Shaheed would continue to inspire generations to serve the motherland with unflinching devotion.

Pak will forever be beholden to its martyrs. Their sacrifices will continue to light up the path of courage, honour and dedication to the homeland.