The 23rd martyrdom anniversary of Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed Nishan-e-Haider is being observed across the country.
Captain Karnal Sher Khan joined the Pakistan Army in 1992. During the Kargil conflict, he was assigned to clear a vital position. He and his fellow soldiers ignored the firepower of the opponents and bravely managed to push them back.
He led the charge and was able to inflict heavy losses on the enemy. The Indian officer in charge, who witnessed his bravery, placed a praise-filled note in his pocket.
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Captain Sher Khan embraced martyrdom on July 5, 1999, and his family members were proud to learn that he gave up his life for the country. He left an everlasting mark on the younger generation in his family who firmly believe that there would be nothing without the country.
His nephew Nauman Sher expressed his love for his uncle, saying Captain Sher Khan is his role model. He added that “every youngster in our family wants to follow in his [Captain Sher Khan] footsteps and make him proud”.
His nephew acknowledges the love and kindness extended to his family by the people and the government. He shared an interesting story on how the martyr’s own name is based on a military rank.
Captain Karnal Sher Khan’s grandfather volunteered in the 1948 war where he served under Colonel Sher Khan. He was so impressed with his character that he named his grandson after him and even included his rank.
