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Martyrdom anniversary of Kargil War hero Capt Karnal Sher Khan today

Rawalpindi: The martyrdom anniversary of Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed (Nishan-e-Haider), who laid his life in an extraordinary act of bravery during the Kargil war and was conferred Nishan-e-Haider, is being observed across the country.

Published 5 years ago on Jul 6th 2021, 12:41 am

By Web Desk

According to Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Maj General Babar Iftikhar, nation venerates Capt Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed on 22nd Martyrdom Anniversary.

He further said that the Kargil War hero from Swabi, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) wrote history with his blood displaying utmost valour, commitment and unwavering allegiance to defend the country against all odds adding that nation is proud of him.

Nation venerates Capt Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed, NH, on 22nd Martyrdom Anniversary. Kargil War hero from Swabi, KPK, wrote history with his blood displaying utmost valour, commitment & unwavering allegiance 2 defend the country against all odds.
We are proud of him.
— DG ISPR (@OfficialDGISPR) July 4, 2021

Captain Karnal Sher Khan joined Pakistan Army in 1992. During the Kargil war, he was assigned to clear a vital position and defended five strategic posts. He al9ong with his fellow soldiers fought valiantly and was able to inflict heavy losses on the enemy.

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 on July 05, 1999.