Islamabad, July 05, 2023 (PPI-OT): The 24th shahadat anniversary of Captain Karnal Sher Khan shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, is being observed on Wednesday. He was born in district Sawabi of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 1970. During the Kargil conflict on the Line of Control in 1999, he emerged as the symbol of mettle and courage and inflicted heavy losses on the Indian forces while defending the five strategic posts at the height of 17,000 feet in Gultray.
He was martyred on this day in 1999 gallantly defending the motherland and was decorated with country`s highest gallantry award, Nishan-e-Haider. Meanwhile, Armed Forces of Pakistan, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and Services Chiefs have paid glowing tribute to Captain Karnal Sher Khan shaheed,
Inter Services Public Relations in a statement said Captain Karnal Sher Khan shaheed’s stellar leadership and courage beckon us to defend Pakistan at all cost. It said Capt. Kernal Sher, Kargil War Hero, wrote history with his blood displaying utmost valour, commitment and unwavering allegiance to defend the country against all odds.
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