Pakistan Prime Minister Pays Tribute to Martyrs of Ma'arka-i-Haq
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday expressed his gratitude and admiration for the martyrs of the Ma'arka-i-Haq (Battle of Truth) and their families. In a tribute to the brave officers and soldiers who lost their lives defending the nation, Shehbaz Sharif praised their courage and selflessness. The Prime Minister also acknowledged the sacrifices made by 40 innocent civilians, including 15 children and 7 women, who lost their lives due to Indian aggression.
Key Takeaways:
- The Pakistan armed forces, through Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, shattered India's illusion of numerical strength and arrogance.
- Five officers and personnel of the Pakistan Air Force and six officers and soldiers of the Pakistan Army were martyred while defending the homeland.
- The Prime Minister saluted the families of the martyrs and announced that a Martyrs' Package would be provided to support them.
- The operation Bunyanum Marsoos made it clear to India that it must respect the sovereignty and integrity of other nations in the region.
- The Prime Minister expressed grief over the martyrdom of 40 innocent civilians and prayed for the elevation of the martyrs' ranks and speedy recovery of the injured.
- The entire nation is proud of its martyrs and their families, and their sacrifices will never be forgotten.
Statistics:
- 5 officers and personnel of the Pakistan Air Force were martyred during the operation.
- 6 officers and soldiers of the Pakistan Army were martyred while defending the homeland.
- 40 innocent civilians, including 15 children and 7 women, lost their lives due to Indian aggression.
- The operation Bunyanum Marsoos resulted in a significant blow to India's illusion of strength and arrogance.
Sources:
- Press Release, Islamabad, Government of Pakistan
- Official statement of Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, Islamabad