( The most respected and
well-reputed Army chief of the Era )
On the eve of defense day 6th September 2015, a dignified ceremony held at AWG
to pay tribute to war veterans and martyrs of the motherland. Prof. Muhammad
SAFDAR Mufti (Chairman AWG, a Philanthropist, a noted- educationist) presided
over the ceremony. Prof. Mufti became emotional while narrating the unmatchable
services of GEN. RAHEEL SHARIF for the nation and termed him’’ Savior of the
Nation’’. He also burst into tears while exploring GEN. RAHEEL’s personality and
unforgettable sacrifices of his gallant family. At the end of his speech, he
placed fresh-flowers garland on colossal portrait of Gen. RAHEEL with his hands
and after that he announced 200’000 Rs. Charity in the way of ALLAH Almighty for
Gen. RAHEEL, (performed SADQAH for the safety of COAS), which was distributed
among widows, orphans and the needy at the spot. According to Islamic
teachings’’ Charity (SADQAH) is a shield against fire ‘’. Francis of Assisi
says’’ where there is charity and wisdom, there is neither fear nor ignorance.
Undoubtedly, GEN. RAHEEL is busy in fighting against the fire of terrorism,
extremism, target-killings, robbery, corruption, and anti-Pakistan lobbies. In
essence he is playing with fire, and playing successive, central and decisive
role to save the future of our generations. His life is regarded most important
for the army as well as whole of the Nation. In this context, Prof. Mufti
exposed his love and regards for the COAS, a thought provoking and unique demo
of immortal heartily attachment with military leadership of a noted-
educationist and philanthropist.
Today, on Eid day, I’m writing this piece of writing to pay tribute to most
popular and highly-respected personality among the nation, because my hero; the
commander of invincible warriors, has willingly spent the day of Eid among the
soldiers, engaged in army-led operation Zarb-e-Azab in Wazirastan, and IDPs, one
year ago. To go further with this article, I’ll have to seek help a little bit
of literary taste while mentioning the personality of the legend of military
sciences. So, remembering Hakim Sanai (حکیم سنائی ) , an eminent figure in
Persian poetry, I reproduce here one of his verses from his poetry:
؎ سالہا باید کہ تا یک سنگ اصلی زآفتاب
لعل گردد در بدخشاں یا عقیق اندر یمن
Sanaiسنائی says; ‘’ years are required for the development or (completion of
ordered cyclic patterns of atoms) of a stone into fine and high-quality ruby or
quartz through the action of the Sun’s heat’’. The nation is suffering extensive
damages to property and loss of life, and living under stressed and hostile
environment since 2002. It was in state of dilemma, and waiting for someone who
could rid it of its present miserable, gloomy and deplorable state through his
loyalty, bravery and dynamic action. It’s the law of Nature and Nature never
violates its laws. When voiceless hearts begin to weep, when pain approaches
infinity and when cascades of eyes become sandy-region_ Providence listens and
appoints one soldier of his unseen armies, a masterpiece of valor and a rare
blend of spiritual and physical beauty, to change the phase of circumstances.
It’s difficult for me to compile a comprehensive biographical account of CAOS
Gen. RAHEEL Sharif in this very short article, here I profoundly draw a brief
sketch of his personal characteristics and his exalted station in the eyes of
public as well as international community . Brief account of his ancestry and
lineage is such; he belongs to a noble RAJPOOT family of brave warriors, with
roots in KUNJAH, countryside of District GUJRAT in Punjab. GhANIMAT KUNJAHI, an
exceptionally high scholarly and spiritual personality also lies buried in
KUNJAH. KUNJAHI was the distinguished Persian poet during the ruling period of
King ORENGZAIB ALAMGIR (14 October 1618 – 20 February 1707). GEN. RAHEEL was
born on 16th June 1956 in Quetta. His father, Muhammad Sharif was an army
officer of Major rank. It’s often said; ‘’ heirs of charging lions are too
lions’’. Major SHABBIR SHARIF SHAHEED (NH), following the steps of his
ancestors, like his father Muhammad Sharif and his uncle Major AZIZ BHATTI
SHAHEED (NISHAN-E-HAIDER), has proved that sons of the eagles are eagles, during
the war he interred the enemy bunker, pounced upon Major NARAYIN of the Indian
army and tore his body into pieces in seconds. In war 1971, defending the East
Pakistan after successive infiltration, he got direct hit of an enemy tank and
embraced SHAHDAT at the spot. He was awarded NH for his immortal display of
bravery. Following these unmatchable sacrifices of his elder, COAS GEN. RAHEEL
SHARIF continues the chain of sacrifices with his loyal Endeavour and exemplary
display of devotion to duty for the motherland. He received Nishan-e-Imtiaz,
HILAL-E-IMTIAZ, Qararda-e-Pakistan Tamgha, Tamgha-e-Istaqlal, Hijri Tamgha,
Tamgha-e-Jamhuriat, IDGJ medal, Tamgha-e-baqa , orderof Abdulaziz Al-Saud (Saudi
Arabia) and Legion of Merit (united states).He also served as inspector general
for training an evaluation and as an adjutant to the Pakistan Military
Academy.He is the true heir and legatee of the heroism of earlier warriors of
Islam and Pakistan. He has proved through his dynamic military policies and
practically- launched-strategies that, be it interior menace of terrorism or
exterior security concerns, all the enemies of Pakistan collectively at the once
are Pregnable. It can be said without any confusion, he is one of the ones,
second to none, among the international military leadership.
Holy Prophet (SAW) indicated in his sayings the qualities of a real ‘’ MUJAHID
(the real and loyal soldier of Islam): ‘’he searches the death in the valleys of
death’’. In this context, be it the valley of SHAWAL in WAZIRASTAN surrounded by
the dangers of terrorism or eastern borders engaged in unprovoked firing by
Indian border security forces, COAS Gen. RAHEEL SHARIF rush to lead from the
front in every kind of situation being careless of his precious life. This is
the real spirit of determination while performing professional obligation. No
doubt, he is a trend-setter in the Army leadership, he provided upcoming
Generals with ample measures of leadership. To be social, is regarded an
important feature of leadership. In this context, COAS GEN RAHEEL SHARIF is
popular among his soldiers for his polite and humble attributes. Maintaining his
soldiery composure, he visits common people, he listens their problems
personally. He has performed funeral prayers of martyrs of Pak army in the
complete presence of security risks, in their native graveyards. He personally
visits common villagers in hospital who wounded in unprovoked firing by Indian
troops on working boundary. He shakes hand with national players and appreciates
them. He takes serious initiatives to restore the peaceful environment of
Karachi and just after funeral prayers of his Mother; he leaves for Karachi to
hold meetings with security officers for the further sustenance of operations
against criminals. He spends half of the day with busy schedules in the Eastern
part and just after half of the day he visits the north-western region of the
country. There is no time to rejoicing. Sir IQBAL says;
؎ ایک ہوں مسلم حرم کی پاسبانی کیلئے
نیل کے ساحل سے لے کر تا بخاک ِ کاشغر
SIR IQBAL says; ‘’ single-one soldier with firm faith becomes sufficient for
securing the objectives and reservations of the Muslims in the region, from port
of the sea to Chinese KASHGHAR’’ This is exactly what interprets the efforts
made by COAS GEN. RAHEEL SHARIF to ensure the completion of Pak-China economic
corridor project ,from GOWADR to KASHGHAR. I appreciate former president GEN.
PERWAIZ MUSHARRAF’s fine remarks about Ger. RAHEEL , he said: ‘’ I’m happy, COAS
GEN. RAHEEL SHARIF doing well and it requires continuation, if there is any
change occurs in the military leadership, it will be parallel to undermine the
current achievements and further good expected consequences. So further
extension in his tenure is crucial for the betterment of the bright future of
the country.
As glad-tiding-winds blow softly just before rainy-clouds, the initiatives taken
by Gen. RAHEEL is preamble of bright future. If there is COAS like GEN. RAHEEL
SHARIF, and there is lovers, like-minded and facilitators like PROF. M.S MUFTI
behind the army lines. There would be no fears or phobias of terrorism and
conspiracies. There would be no ignorance which causes to flow minds to
extremism, provincialism and sectarianism. There is good news, don’t worry, be
content and graceful. Pakistan will be the supreme power on the face of the
Globe. It will be the savior of Humanity. Incomplete Pakistan will be complete
with its all features. Everywhere, here and there, countless flowers of
happiness will be smiling and fragrance of love, beauty and peace welcoming the
cultivation of mid-night-sun.