Defence Day
On Defence and Martyrs’ Day, caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar paid homage and tribute to Pakistan’s valiant soldiers, especially the martyrs who sacrificed their lives to ensure the nation’s peace.
He reiterated the nation’s resolve to stand united with its defense forces against various security challenges such as extremism, terrorism, and external aggression.
Addressing the Defence and Martyrs Day ceremony at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada in Islamabad, the interim prime minister stated, “We come here to pay tribute to the valiant sons of the soil who embraced ‘shahadat’ while ensuring the security of the nation.”
In his message for Defence and Martyrs’ Day, PM Kakar described September 6 as a day of vigor, bravery, courage, and resilience. He laid a floral wreath at the Pakistan monument and prayed for the martyrs, emphasizing that the country’s martyrs who sacrificed their lives for their people and the nation would always remain in the nation’s hearts, as mentioned in the Holy Quran.
Referring to the moments of martyrdom of the valiant soldiers, the prime minister stated, “This is the moment that appears to be death, but it is actually the moment of meeting with the immortal.”
He added that this glorious day, when the entire nation stood shoulder to shoulder with its armed forces, calls upon everyone to pledge to renew the spirit of loyalty and service to Pakistan and pay tribute to the soldiers of the armed forces.
Defense and Martyrs Day honors 1965 war heroes, reaffirming the defense forces’ commitment. It commenced with gun salutes in the capital and provinces, with special prayers for national prosperity and IIOJK’s independence.
Armed Forces’ Unwavering Commitment to Defend the Country
Meanwhile, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff committee, services chiefs, and the armed forces of the country also paid a heartfelt tribute to the martyrs, their families, and war veterans on the occasion.
According to a statement released by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the country’s military leadership stated that on September 6, 1965, it once again demonstrated that a smaller but righteous force triumphed over a numerically larger enemy with professionalism, determination, and faith, as reported by Radio Pakistan.
The military leadership emphasized that this day, along with the associated heroics and sacrifices, continues to be a source of inspiration for the country’s generations.
The ISPR mentioned that the country’s armed forces remain steadfast in ensuring the defense of the motherland against all internal and external threats.
