Martyrdom anniversary of Karnal Sher Khan observed

Rawalpindi: The 24th martyrdom anniversary of Captain Karnal Sher Khan shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, is being observed on Wednesday (today).

Armed Forces of Pakistan, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and Services Chiefs have paid glowing tribute to Captain Karnal Sher Khan shaheed.

Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement said Captain Karnal Sher Khan shaheed's stellar leadership and courage beckon us to defend Pakistan at all cost.

It added: “Capt Kernal Sher, Kargil War Hero, wrote history with his blood displaying utmost valour, commitment and unwavering allegiance to defend the country against all odds”.

He was born in district Sawabi of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 1970 and joined Pakistan Army in 1992.

During the Kargil conflict on the Line of Control (LOC) in 1999, he emerged as the symbol of mettle and courage and inflicted heavy losses on the Indian forces while defending the five strategic posts at the height of 17,000 feet in Gultray. He along with his fellow soldiers fought valiantly and was able to inflict heavy losses on the enemy.

He was martyred on this day in 1999 gallantly defending the motherland and was decorated with country’s highest gallantry award, Nishan-e-Haider.    

On July 05, 1999, Indians were able to capture some portion of one of his posts. Despite facing all odds, the martyred officer led a counter-attack and recaptured the lost post.

Captain Karnal Sher Khan not only chased the enemy but also conducted many raids in the area. During one of such raids, he went inside enemy camp where he inflicted heavy losses. During the battle he received burst of fire in the chest and embraced martyrdom.