Summary PM Shehbaz and President Zardari paid tribute to martyred Group Captain Asim Tariq, while the PM ordered a transparent probe and vowed justice for those responsible
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the martyrdom of Group Captain Asim Tariq, who lost his life while trying to protect a woman in the federal capital.
In a statement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the martyred officer, saying Group Captain Asim Tariq displayed exceptional courage, bravery and devotion to duty by sacrificing his life while protecting the life and dignity of another person.
The prime minister said the nation would always remember and honour the sacrifices of such brave sons of Pakistan. He also extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, saying the entire nation stood with them in their grief.
Praying for the departed soul, Shehbaz Sharif asked Allah Almighty to elevate the martyr’s ranks, grant him the highest place in His mercy and bless the family with patience and strength to bear the loss.
The prime minister also directed the relevant authorities to conduct a complete and transparent investigation into the incident and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice in accordance with the law.
Separately, President Asif Ali Zardari also expressed profound grief over the martyrdom of Group Captain Asim Tariq, who was martyred while attempting to protect an innocent woman.
The president described the officer’s sacrifice as a shining example of courage, national service and high human values. He extended condolences to the martyr’s family and prayed for strength and patience for them.
President Zardari said the incident, which occurred on a major avenue in Islamabad, was a matter of serious concern and stressed the need to eliminate such crimes through effective enforcement of the law.
