Naib Subedar Khalid martyred, Sapper Waseem & Lance Naik Azmat injured in Karakoram Highway operation: ISPR

RAWALPINDI, April 06 (SABAH): Naib Subedar Khalid succumbed to critical injuries and embraced martyrdom on Saturday when a landslide triggered during a clearance operation of blocked Karakoram Highway due to a landslide. However, Sapper Waseem and Lance Naik Azmat are recovering from serious injuries.

According to a statement issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), a landslide near Gonar Farm in Chillas blocked the Karakoram Highway for all types of traffic on Thursday. Subsequently, a detachment of the Frontier Works Organization, led by Naib Subedar Khalid and two soldiers, immediately reached the site and began clearance operations to aid affected traffic and stranded individuals. During the clearance process, another slide occurred, critically injuring the detachment.

The nation is grateful for their service and dedication to assisting people. The Pakistan Army remains committed to serving the nation in the face of all adversities.