Web Desk: Former Pakistan army chief General (retired) Abdul Waheed Kakar has died in Rawalpindi, the military said, prompting condolences from the country’s army chief and senior military leadership.
Kakar, who was awarded the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) and Hilal-i-Jurat, died on Monday, according to a statement issued by the military’s media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
Army chief and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed deep sorrow over Kakar’s death on behalf of the armed forces, the statement said.
Munir paid tribute to Kakar’s military career, leadership and services to the Pakistan Army, describing his contributions as valuable to the institution.
Kakar was among Pakistan’s senior military leaders who commanded the army during an important period in the country’s history. His tenure focused on professional development, discipline and strengthening military capabilities, according to the military’s tribute.
The army said Kakar devoted much of his life to Pakistan’s defence and national security and that his services would continue to be remembered.
The military leadership expressed solidarity with Kakar’s family during the period of mourning and offered condolences to his relatives.
The ISPR statement also included prayers for Kakar’s forgiveness and a high place in paradise, while asking God to grant his family patience and strength to bear the loss.
Kakar’s death marks the passing of a former army chief whose career remains part of Pakistan’s military history. The army said his services to the country and the institution would be remembered with respect.
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