ISLAMABAD -UNS: Pakistan Navy observed Defence Day of Pakistan to honour the supreme sacrifices of Armed Forces, Shuhada, Ghazis, and national heroes who demonstrated exceptional unity and resilience in the face of enemy during 1965 Indo-Pak War. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf laid floral wreath at Shuhada’s Monument at Naval Headquarters Islamabad, offered Fateha and interacted with the families of Shuhada.
In his message on the occasion, Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, paid homage to the Shuhada and Ghazis whose selfless sacrifices have ensured the impregnable defence of our nation. This day holds a place of profound reverence in our national history, marking an era defined by extraordinary courage and dedication demonstrated by the valiant Armed Forces of Pakistan in defence of the motherland.
The Admiral highlighted that Pakistan’s defence remains robust and unassailable, any act of aggression will be met with a decisive response. The unwavering resolve to safeguard the homeland was reaffirmed during ‘Marka-e-Haq’, wherein Pakistan Navy’s steadfast deterrence and maritime vigilance ensured the inviolability of national waters and kept the Indian fleet at bay, thus frustrating its naval ambitions.
