Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu on Saturday paid tribute to Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on the occasion of Air Force Day observed on September 7 a day after the Defence Day.
The premier and air chief’s messages came a day after Pakistan army and people of the nation observed Defence Day on Friday (September 6) by expressing immense commendation and acknowledging the valiant sacrifices made by the military’s soldiers for their country.
Notably, after marking Defence Day, the PAF observed 7th September as Martyrs’ Day at all PAF Bases throughout the country.
The day commenced with a solemn observance, including Quran Khawani, dedicated to the martyrs of the 1965 and 1971 wars, as well as those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty since the establishment of Pakistan, according to the Inter Service Public Relations (ISPR).Play Video
PM Shehbaz commended the bravery and valour of PAF personnel, who despite being outnumbered, thwarted the enemy’s malicious intentions with their courage.
“On September 7, 1965, the PAF’s Shaheens created history of courage, bravery and courage,” the prime minister said in a message.
He then particularly mentioned the heroics of MM Alam, who downed five enemy aircraft within a minute, shattering their pride.
Moreover, in a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), he saluted the courageous air warriors and their families on Air Force Day.
“Pakistan takes pride in the courage, dedication, and commitment demonstrated by its Air Force,” his message read.
