The funeral prayer of Anti-Terrorist Force (ATF) martyr Jandad Khan Shabozai, who sacrificed his life in the line of duty during the Ziarat tragedy, was offered in Loralai with full state honours.
The ceremony was attended by Commissioner Loralai Division Wali Muhammad Bareech, SSP Loralai Dr. Fahad Ahmed, Assistant Commissioner Nadeem Akram, Assistant Commissioner Mekhtar, senior civil and military officials, tribal elders, political and social leaders, representatives of the traders’ association, and a large number of citizens.
On the occasion, a smartly turned-out police contingent presented a salute to the martyr’s coffin. Civil and military leadership laid floral wreaths and offered prayers for the departed soul. Participants prayed for the elevation of the martyr’s ranks, patience for the bereaved family, and lasting peace in the country.
Speaking after the funeral, officials declared that martyrs are the nation’s true asset and pride, whose eternal sacrifices will always be remembered in golden words. They noted that Jandad Khan Shabozai set a shining example of bravery, duty, and patriotism by laying down his life while performing his responsibilities. Civil and military leaders reaffirmed their resolve that terrorist elements will never succeed in their nefarious designs, and operations against anti-state forces will continue with full strength. They emphasized that law enforcement agencies are committed to protecting citizens’ lives and property, maintaining peace, and ensuring the complete eradication of terrorism.
Officials further said that tragic incidents like the Ziarat attack cannot weaken the nation’s resolve; rather, such sacrifices strengthen the collective determination to defeat terrorism. They vowed that every conspiracy to destabilize peace in Balochistan and across the country will be foiled, and indiscriminate action will continue against terrorists, their facilitators, and all anti-peace elements.
Participants paid glowing tributes to the martyrs, declaring that the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with security forces and law enforcement agencies. They pledged that the sacrifices of the martyrs will never go in vain, and the struggle for peace, development, and stability will persist with unity and determination.