PM Shehbaz Sharif pays tribute to Aitezaz Hasan

Aitezaz, 15, became a national hero on Jan 6, 2014, sacrificing his life to thwart a terrorist attack, save hundreds.

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday paid tribute to Shaheed Aitezaz Hasan, who sacrificed his life to save his school and classmates from a devastating attack.

"Today, we commemorate the martyrdom of Shaheed Aitezaz Hasan, a true son of the soil from district Hangu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, whose extraordinary courage stands as a beacon of hope and resilience," the prime minister said in a social media post on X.

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He noted that at just 15 years of age, Aitezaz displayed unparalleled bravery, valiantly sacrificing his life to shield his school and classmates from a devastating attack.

“His selflessness and unwavering resolve remind us of the lasting impact a single act of courage can have on countless lives,” the prime minister added.

He emphasised that Aitezaz’s legacy will continue to inspire future generations.

The eleventh death anniversary of Aitezaz Hasan Shaheed, who laid down his life to stop a suicide bomber from entering his school in Hangu, is being observed today.

He became a national hero on January 6, 2014, after saving hundreds of lives by thwarting the 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.