Mansehra (Web Desk): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday visited the residence of Lieutenant Col Shahzada Gul Faraz Shaheed in Mansehra to offer his condolences to the family of the officer who was martyred while leading an operation against Fitna al Khawarij terrorists.
During the visit, the prime minister met the mother, wife, and children of Lt Col Gul Faraz, praying for their fortitude and patience to endure the profound loss.
PM Shehbaz also visited the grave of the martyred officer, reciting Fateha and seeking prayers for the elevation of his ranks in Jannah.
“Lt Col Shahzada Gul Faraz Shaheed sacrificed his life while safeguarding the country,” the prime minister said, noting that the martyred officer exemplified bravery and courage.
The premier emphasized that the entire nation, including himself, was proud of the martyrs and their families, and that Pakistan would never forget their sacrifices.
Assuring the grieving family of full support from the government and the Pakistan Army, the prime minister also announced that a Daanish School would be established in Mansehra in the name of Lt Col Shahzada Gul Faraz.
Federal Ministers Attaullah Tarar, Engineer Amir Muqam, and Sardar Muhammad Yousuf, Adviser to the Prime Minister Rana Sanaullah, Capt (retd) Muhammad Safdar, Murtaza Javed Abbasi, and Shah Ji Gul Afridi were also present on the occasion.