Eleventh death anniversary of POF Shuhada was observed in Wah Cantt with dignity and honour. On 21st August'2008, 70 POF Employees embraced martyrdom in 02 suicidal attacks at POF gates. In order to pay tribute to these Shuhada, this day is observed in POF every year and a special ceremony is arranged.
This year too, a simple but impressive function was held to pay homage to these Shuhada. Lieutenant General Sadiq Ali, HI (M) Chairman POF Board was the Chief Guest on this occasion.
Addressing on this occasion, Chairman POF Board said that we salute to the pious souls of these POF shuhadas who laid down their lives for POF and motherland and reaffirmed the pledge that we would not let their great sacrifices go wasted and make the defence of the motherland invincible.
Chairman POF Board further remarked that the coward act of the terrorists would not lessen our courage and we would continue to shoulder our responsibilities with courage, dedication and commitment.
Chairman POF Board assured the families of Shuhada that POF management would continue their efforts to address the problems being faced by the families of Shuhadas. Earlier, Chairman POF Board laid the floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada and presented salute.-PR