President Asif Ali Zardari presented civil awards to several prominent personalities at a ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr in recognition of outstanding performance in various fields.
The honours included Nishan-e-Imtiaz, Hilal-e-Imtiaz, Hilal-e-Shujaat and other national awards for services to democracy, literature, public service, bravery, education, sports, science, technology, tourism, energy and defence of the homeland.
Nishan-e-Imtiaz awards
The late Nawabzada Nasrullah Khan was awarded Nishan-e-Imtiaz for his valuable services to democracy. His award was received by his son, Nawabzada Iftikhar Ahmed Khan.
The late Irfanul Haq Siddiqui was awarded Nishan-e-Imtiaz for his contributions to literature and public service. His son, Imran Khawar Siddiqui, received the award on his behalf.
Renowned writer Attaul Haq Qasmi was awarded Nishan-e-Imtiaz for distinguished services in literature. His son, Muhammad Yasir Pirzada, received the award.
Hilal-e-Shujaat for martyrs, brave personnel
Sepoy Azhar Mahmood was awarded Hilal-e-Shujaat in recognition of extraordinary bravery. Sepoy Shah Wali Khan was also awarded Hilal-e-Shujaat.
Martyred ASI Ijaz Khan received Hilal-e-Shujaat for valuable services, while Sub-Inspector Laiqzada Shaheed was also honoured with the same award.
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Constable Alam Zeb, who sacrificed his life for the country, was awarded Hilal-e-Shujaat. Constable Muhammad Ijaz was also awarded Hilal-e-Shujaat for exemplary bravery.
The mother, sons and brothers of civilian Liaquat arrived at Aiwan-e-Sadr to receive his Sitara-e-Shujaat. The family was brought to the President House with special official protocol.
Hilal-e-Imtiaz for public service and energy reforms
Federal Minister for Energy Sardar Awais Ahmed Leghari was awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz. He was honoured for successful reforms in the energy sector and outstanding public service.
Advisor to Privatization Muhammad Ali was also awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz for valuable services in the energy and public services sector.
Awards in public service, tourism and journalism
Taj Haider was awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz in the field of public service. Azizuddin Bolani received Hilal-e-Imtiaz for services in tourism and hospitality.
Senior journalist Ehteshamul Haq was also awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz. Muzammad Jah Ansari was honoured with Hilal-e-Imtiaz for distinguished services in public service.
Sports and mountaineering honours
Malik Atta Muhammad Khan was awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz for services in sports, particularly equestrian activities. Mountaineer Kashif Shahroz received Hilal-e-Imtiaz for excellence.
Shahid Afridi was awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz for outstanding and distinguished services in the sports sector.
Literature and education awards
Zahra Majid Ali was awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz for distinguished services in literature. Asghar Nadeem Syed also received Hilal-e-Imtiaz for his contributions to literature.
Professor Dr Ikramul Haq was awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz for distinguished services in education. Eminent agricultural scientist and educationist Dr Amir Muhammad was also awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz.
Science, technology and engineering honours
Muhammad Yousuf Khan was awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz in the field of space science and technology. Mirza Rizwan Baig received Hilal-e-Imtiaz for distinguished services in science and technology.
Engineer Jamaluddin Ahmed was awarded Hilal-e-Imtiaz for services in engineering and electricity.
