Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday paid tribute to Shaheed Aitezaz Hasan, who sacrificed his life to save his school and his classmates from a devastating attack.
“Today we commemorate the martyrdom of Shaheed Aitezaz Hasan, a true son of the soil of Hangu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, whose extraordinary courage is a beacon of hope and resilience,” the prime minister said in a social media post.
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He noted that at only 15 years of age, Aitezaz demonstrated incomparable bravery, bravely sacrificing his life to protect his school and his classmates from a devastating attack.
“His selflessness and unwavering determination remind us of the lasting impact that a single act of bravery can have on countless lives,” the Prime Minister added.
He emphasized that Aitezaz’s legacy will continue to inspire future generations.
Today marks the 11th death anniversary of Aitezaz Hasan Shaheed, who gave his life to prevent a suicide bomber from entering his school in Hangu.
He became a national hero on January 6, 2014, after saving hundreds of lives by thwarting a terrorist attack. Aitezaz Hasan grabbed the suicide bomber at the main gate to prevent him from entering the school.
Aitezaz Hasan was posthumously awarded the Sitara-e-Shujaat for his bravery.
