Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff, along with the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, Chief of Naval Staff, Chief of Air Staff, and the Armed Forces of Pakistan, solemnly commemorated the martyrdom anniversary of Havldar Lalak Jan Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, on Monday, paying glowing tribute to his unmatched courage and supreme sacrifice in the defence of the motherland during the Kargil conflict.
On this day in 1999, Havildar Lalak Jan Shaheed displayed exceptional gallantry by repulsing multiple enemy assaults on his post despite being critically wounded. Refusing to be evacuated, he continued to fight with steadfast resolve until he embraced martyrdom, becoming an eternal symbol of bravery and devotion.
The Armed Forces of Pakistan, together with the entire nation, honour his sacrifice with profound respect and gratitude. His indomitable spirit and heroism remain a timeless source of inspiration for present and future generations of the Pakistan Armed Forces.
“We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to uphold the sacred trust of our martyrs and continue their noble mission — the Shuhada-e-Pakistan mission — to defend the motherland with unflinching courage, devotion, and honour,” the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated.
Havildar Lalak Jan Shaheed’s legacy stands as a glowing chapter in Pakistan’s military history, a testament to the nation’s resolve to safeguard its sovereignty at all costs.
