ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday paid rich tribute to Naik Saif Ali Janjua, Hilal-i-Kashmir (Nishan-i-Haider), on the occasion of his 78th martyrdom anniversary, praising his valor during the Kashmir War of Independence and his sacrifice for the homeland.
The president, in a message on the anniversary, said that Naik Saif Ali Janjua Shaheed courageously repulsed an intense attack by the enemy that was superior in numbers and resources.
He said that despite being severely injured, Naik Saif Ali Janjua continued to command his unit and inflicted a humiliating defeat on the enemy, etching a golden chapter in the nation’s history.
The president said that by sacrificing his life to safeguard the motherland, Naik Saif Ali Janjua set a great example of valour.
He said that the unparalleled sacrifice and historic courage of Naik Saif Ali Janjua would remain a source of pride for the entire nation and a guiding light for future generations.
President Zardari reaffirmed that Pakistan would forever remain indebted to its martyrs, adding that these brave sons of the soil provided the foundation for the country’s freedom, sovereignty, and national security. –Agencies
