The Pakistan Army has paid tribute to Naik Saif Ali Janjua on the 73rd martyrdom anniversary, saying he “valiantly” repulsed Indian forces attacks and fought till his last breath. “On 73rd Shahadat [martyrdom] Anniversary; Nation pays tribute to gallantry of Naik Saif Ali Janjua Shaheed, NH [Nishan-i-Haider], who valiantly defended vital Pir Kaleva Ridge against repeated Indian attacks in 1948. On 73rd Shahadat Anniversary; Nation pays tribute to gallantry of Naik Saif Ali Janjua Shaheed, NH,who valiantly defended vital Pir Kaleva Ridge against repeated Indian attacks in 1948. A platoon of the Sher-e-Riasti Battalion‖, commanded by Naik Saif Ali Janjua, was deployed on the dominant Pir Kalewa feature. The Indians could not succeed in capturing the post despite heavy losses due to the bravery of Naik Saif.

Source: The Nation October 26, 2021 00:49 UTC