Efforts to rescue Sri Lankan citizen: PM announces Tamgha-i-Shujaat for Malik Adnan

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan lauding the bravery and courage of Malik Adnan who endangering his own life made all out efforts to save Sri Lankan citizens Priyantha Diyawadana from the vigilante mob in Sialkot.

Premier Imran Khan admitting the bravery and struggle of the rescuer of Sri Lankan national announced Tamgha-i-Shujaat for him.

Taking to twitter on Sunday, he said, “On behalf of the nation I want to salute moral courage & bravery of Malik Adnan who tried his utmost to shelter & save Priyantha Diyawadana from the vigilante mob in Sialkot, endangering his own life by physically trying to shield victim. We will award him Tamgha i Shujaat.”

Mian Abrar
Mian Abrar
The writer is Head of News at Pakistan Today. He has a special focus on current affairs, regional and global connectivity, and counterterrorism. He tweets as @mian_abrar and also can be reached at [email protected]

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