The name of twenty three year old Lieutenant Yasir Abbas has been added to the long list of heroes who have laid down their lives for the security of Pakistan. The handsome young brother of three sisters was to be married in four months time. Sadly, this was an occasion that was never on the cards for him.
This war has seen many soldiers of the armed forces offering themselves, their lives and even their dreams of the future, to provide us with a hope of peaceful and harmonious days. Loud and accurate was the stance taken on Youm-e-Shuhada, that none of the great sacrifices of our valiant soldiers, linked inextricably with the eternal love for the land of our forefathers, can ever be forgotten by us.
Following the unprecedented and glorious traditions of his predecessors, Yasir too paid the richest tribute to his nation. His actions conveyed his love for his country and the honesty with which our soldiers perform. The views of the Pakistani public reveal the dependability and trust invested in their beloved heroes and warriors. It is now upto us to keep the memory of these brave and courageous men alive in our hearts and minds. To wipe the tears of their loved ones left behind. It is the duty of the entire nation to pay tribute to our heroes as they represent the true national character of Pakistanis as fearless people and always manage to make us proud.
UMAR QAYYUM MALIK
Lahore
