Medals of martyrs were received by their family members during the ceremony in Rawalpindi on May 13, 2024. PHOTO: ISPRChief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Monday the nation owes its independence and security to the sacrifices of martyrs, the military said in a statement. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief expressed these remarks during an investiture ceremony held at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi. During the ceremony, General Munir conferred military awards upon army personnel for their acts of gallantry during operations and meritorious services rendered to the nation. He said that martyrs and war heroes are the country’s national heroes and the nation owes its independence and security to the sacrifices of its valiant warriors.
