KARACHI: An investiture ceremony was held at Malir Cantt on Tuesday for military awards to army personnel for acts of gallantry during operations, outstanding performance in respective fields and for their long meritorious services, said a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

“A large number of military officials and relatives of Shuhada and Ghazis attended the ceremony,” it said. “Total eight officers were awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz (military), 22 officers were awarded Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (military) and 22 officers and soldiers were awarded Tamgha-i-Bisalat. Medals of Shuhada were received by their family members.”

Published in Dawn, April 26th, 2017