Staff Reporter
ISLAMABAD:President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday paid tribute to Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed (Nishan-i-Haider) on anniversary of his martyrdom, recognizing his valor and sacrifice to safeguard the country.The president and prime minister, in their separately issued statements, lauded the exemplary gallantry of Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed in the 1971 war when he repelled the enemy at the Wagah Border.They prayed to Allah Almighty for the elevation of the rank of Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed in paradise.“Lance Naik Muhammad Mahfuz Shaheed is a symbol of bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering loyalty to the nation. During the 1971 war, despite being severely wounded at the Wahga front, Muhammad Mahfuz Shaheed’s steadfastness in confronting the enemy is a testament to his extraordinary courage,” the president said.“Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed fought the enemy with bravery. The entire nation salutes him for his exemplary valor and patriotism. The people of Pakistan recognise the sacrifices of the martyrs which they will never forget,” the president remarked.Prime Minister Shehbaz said that Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed defeated the enemy despite its overwhelming strength.He said brave soldiers like Lance Naik Muhammad Mahfuz Shaheed were the guarantee of Pakistan’s invincible defense.In 1971, he said Lance Naik Muhammad Mahfuz Shaheed proved with his courage, bravery, and valor that the entire nation stood as a solid wall in defense of the homeland.
