Staff Report
ISLAMABAD: Speaker of National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq paid rich tribute to Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed (Nishan-e-Haider) on the occasion of his 27th martyrdom anniversary, saying that the valiant soldier laid down his life while defending the motherland.
He said that Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed’s exemplary courage, unwavering sense of duty and supreme sacrifice have earned him an enduring place in the nation’s history and remain a source of immense pride for every Pakistani.
Ayaz Sadiq said that on July 7, 1999, during the Kargil conflict, Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed embraced martyrdom while bravely repelling repeated enemy attacks with exceptional courage, steadfastness and professional excellence.
Despite intense shelling and extremely challenging battlefield conditions, he continued to defend his post until his last breath, foiling the enemy’s designs through his extraordinary resilience and determination.
NA Speaker said that the mountains of Kargil still stand as silent witnesses to his remarkable bravery and sacrifice.
Ayaz Sadiq said that the officers and personnel of Pakistan’s armed forces have always rendered unparalleled sacrifices in defence of the country’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.
He said that the entire nation salutes its martyrs and holds their families in the highest esteem for their patience, resilience and invaluable sacrifices.
Ayaz Sadiq said that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs continue to strengthen the spirit of national unity, stability and the collective resolve to safeguard the homeland.
The Speaker said that the nation will always remember the sacrifices made by its brave defenders in the line of duty.
Ayaz Sadiq also prayed to Allah Almighty to elevate the ranks of Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed in Jannat-ul-Firdous and to bless Pakistan with lasting peace, security, progress, and prosperity.
Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah also paid rich tribute to Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed and said that his courage, devotion to duty and unwavering loyalty to the motherland serve as a shining example for future generations.
He said that the nation remains the custodian of the legacy of its martyrs and will always remember their extraordinary sacrifices with profound respect, honour, and pride.
Mustafa Shah said that the matchless sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs constitute the foundation of Pakistan’s security, freedom and sovereignty.
He also prayed to Allah Almighty to grant Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed the highest ranks in Jannah and bless Pakistan with enduring peace, stability, and security.
