Tribute paid to Major Shabbir Sharif on his martyrdom anniversary

Dunya News

He was awarded Nishan-e-Haider for his valor and bravery during the 1971 war.

RAWALPINDI (Dunya News) – Director General (DG) Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Major General Babar Iftikhar has paid rich tribute to Major Shabbir Sharif, Nishan-e-Haider(NH), on his 49th martyrdom anniversary, Dunya News reported.

Pakistan Army has paid glowing tribute to Maj. Shabbir Sharif Shaheed, who was also recipient of Sword of Honor from Pakistan Military Academy Kakul and Sitara-e-Jurat in 1965.

The Director General ISPR, in a tweet, said that Major Shabbir Sharif was symbol of valour and patriotism.

His heroic actions in 1965 and 1971 wars remind us that it’s not numbers but faith, devotion and courage in adversity which make nations triumph.

He was awarded Nishan-e-Haider, Pakistan’s highest military gallantry award, for his valor and bravery during the 1971 war.