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September 8, a golden chapter in Pakistan’s rich naval history

Islamabad: Navy Day is being observed today (Wednesday) with national zeal to commemorate the sacrifices, spirit and iconic contributions of Naval heroes in September Pak-Indo war.

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September 8, a golden chapter in Pakistan’s rich naval history
September 8, a golden chapter in Pakistan’s rich naval history

September 8, marks a golden chapter in Pakistan’s rich naval history a source of inspiration and pride for future generations.

Every year Navy Day is observed to pay tribute to the martyrs and ghazis.

On the night of 7th and 8th of September 1965, a Flotilla comprising of seven major warships of Pakistan Navy, in a daring operation code named ‘SOMNATH’, bombarded Indian port of Dwarka.

The swift and precise action destroyed important shore installations including Indian radar station and a radio beacon directing Indian Air Force Bombers for attacks on Karachi shattering the Indian pride.

The Day is also in commemoration of PN lone Submarine Ghazi’s historic achievement in 1965 which reigned supreme and remained unchallenged at sea throughout the war.

Meanwhile, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi in his message on occasion of Navy Day said 8th September is a glorious reminiscence of the nation’s history celebrated every year to acknowledge the sacrifices, spirit and iconic contributions of the Naval heroes who embodied determination, courage and valour during the 1965 War.

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