Rawalpindi: (RightNow) Former Army Chief General (Retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar has passed away in Rawalpindi. Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and all ranks of the Pakistan Army express deep sorrow over his demise.

According to ISPR, the Army Chief and ranks of the Pakistan Army paid tribute to the late General’s military career and leadership skills. They also appreciated his services to the Pakistan Army.

In his message, the Army Chief stated that the Pakistan Army shares the grief of the bereaved family and extends heartfelt condolences. May Allah grant him a high place in Jannat-ul-Firdous.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the President, and other government figures also expressed sorrow over General Kakar’s passing. They termed his services as memorable.

It is noteworthy that General (Retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar was one of Pakistan’s most significant Army Chiefs, who undertook several important military initiatives.