September 8 marks a golden chapter in Pakistan Navy history SaysNaval Chief

By Muhammad JuniadPublished On 06 Jan 2023

Karachi: Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi has said that 8th of September marks a golden chapter in the history of the Pakistan Navy when its sailors demonstrated indomitable courage and valor by undertaking a successful bombardment of Dwarka.   

In his message on the Navy Day, being observed today (Thursday), the Naval Chief said it is the day to acknowledge the sacrifices of martyrs and ghazis of the Pakistan Navy who were imbued with staunch and fearless spirit during the 1965 War.

During Operation Somnaath, Pakistan Navy Flotilla comprising seven major warships heavily bombarded the Indian port of Dwarka and destroyed its radar system.

He said Pakistan Navy is cognizant of regional developments and is maintaining round-the-clock combat readiness to respond to any emerging contingency.

The Naval Chief said Pakistan Navy is acquiring state-of-the-art technologies to transition towards a more agile, effective, and sustainable future force.