RAWALPINDI: The Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), Services Chiefs and Armed forces of Pakistan and civil society paid rich tribute to martyrs, their families and war veterans on the occasion of the 58th Defense and Martyrs’ Day of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, a military statement said on Wednesday.
According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement, on 6th September 1965, it was yet again displayed that a smaller but righteous force overcame a numerically larger enemy with professionalism, determination and faith.
“Indeed this day and associated heroics and sacrifices continue to inspire our generations. The day exudes the spirit of unity and sacrifice in the defence of our motherland,” the statement further said.
The ISPR added: We owe our freedom and peace to unparalleled sacrifices of our martyrs and veterans.
The statement reiterated that Pakistan Armed Forces remain committed to ensuring the defence of motherland against all internal and external threats.
It said hostile efforts to spoil the hard-earned peace will be met with the full might of the Armed Forces, backed with the support and resolve of the people of Pakistan, InshaAllah.
