Army chief Gen Asim Munir has said that\u00a0the attacks on military installations, martyrs\u2019 memorials and their dignity and respect are extremely regrettable and intolerable.
\nThe army chief was speaking at an award distribution ceremony in honor of martyrs and veterans at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi.
\nSpeaking at the event, he announced to observe May 25 as \u2018Youm-e-Takreem-Shuhda Pakistan\u2019.
\nGen Asim Munir has said that the sacrifices of martyrs and services of the ghazis are a valuable asset and pride for the country.
\nEvery soldier and officer only keeps his duties and responsibilities as his priority, the army chief said.
\nGen Munir said a strong army guarantees the security and unity of the country.
\n\u201cUndoubtedly, we are living in a free atmosphere due to a sense of duty and great sacrifices of the martyrs,\u201d he stressed.
\nThe army chief said every soldier of the Pakistan Army puts his duties above all political biases.
\nThe army as an institution always remembers every person and family member associated with it.
\n\u201cOur relationship as a family is a proud and exemplary one,\u201d Gen Munir said.
\n51 officers were awarded the Stara-e-Imtiaz (military), 22 awarded the Tamgha-e-Basalat and two soldiers conferred with the United Nations Special Medal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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