MIANWALI: Pakistan Army’s martyred officer, Major Babar Niazi, who embraced martyrdom during an intelligence-based operation against terrorists in the Sambaza area of Zhob district of Balochistan, was laid to rest with full military honors in his native area, Mianwali.
A large number of serving and retired senior officers of the Pakistan Army and Pakistan Air Force, relatives of the martyr and local people participated in his funeral prayer.
The armed forces of Pakistan are determined to eliminate the scourge of terrorism from the motherland at any cost.
Security forces have killed three terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Zhob on Tuesday. According to Inter-Services Public Relations, weapons, ammunition and explosives were recovered from the killed terrorists.
However, during an intense exchange of fire, Major Babar Khan while fighting gallantly embraced martyrdom.
In a statement today, President Asif Ali Zardari commended security forces for their successful operation in the Sambaza area of Zhob. He paid homage to Shaheed Major Babar Khan for rendering his life in the line of duty. He also appreciated his bravery, services and patriotism. He condoled with the bereaved family.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has paid tribute to Major Babar Khan Shaheed. In a statement, he said he and the whole nation is proud of the sacrifices of our valiant troops.
Prime Minister said the troops of the Pakistan Army killed the terrorists while displaying exemplary courage and valiance. Shehbaz Sharif said troops and officers of the Pakistan Army have rendered unmatchable sacrifices for the security of the country and the eradication of terrorism.
The Prime Minister prayed for the high place of martyred Major Babar Khan in heaven and fortitude to his family members.
