PESHAWAR: The funeral prayer of Major Adeel Zaman Shaheed, who embraced martyrdom while fighting valiantly against Fitna al Khwarij in Khar, Bajaur District, was offered at Peshawar Garrison today.
Chief of Armed Forces and COAS Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Interior Minister, Commander Peshawar Corps, along with military and civil officers and public attended the funeral.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifice of Major Adeel Zaman Shaheed, highlighting that the martyrs of Pakistan Army are the pride of the nation and their sacrifices will forever be remembered. He prayed for the elevation of the Shaheed’s ranks in Jannah and for patience and strength for the family.
Major Adeel Zaman Shaheed laid down his life in the line of duty while leading from the front. Pakistan Armed Forces remain resolute in their commitment to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country, and such sacrifices further strengthen the nation’s resolve.
Shaheed will be laid to rest with full military honor at his native town in Dera Ismail Khan.
Later, the Field Marshal visited CMH Peshawar to inquire about the health of officers and soldiers injured during the operation and lauded their courage and steadfastness.
Earlier today, a Pakistan Army officer, Major Adeel Zaman, embraced martyrdom while five India-linked terrorists were killed during an intelligence-based operation in Bajaur.
According to the ISPR, Security Forces, on 29 December 2025, conducted an intelligence based operation in general area Khar, Bajaur District, on reported presence of Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Khwarij.
During the conduct of operation, due to effective engagement by own troops five Indian sponsored khwarij were sent to hell.
However, during the intense fire exchange, Major Adeel Zaman (age: 36 years, resident of Dera Ismail Khan District), a brave officer who was leading his troops from the front, having fought gallantly, rendered the ultimate sacrifice and embraced shahadat, it added.
