ISLAMABAD: Capital police are observing ‘Ghazi Week’ from April 21 to 26th to honour brave service members and pay tribute to their heroes.

Ceremonies are being held in all divisions of the capital police, where police ghazis are being invited and honoured for their bravery.

Police said so far, 131 officers of the capital police have attained the status of Ghazi and have been awarded Shujaat and Ghazi medals.

Officers receiving the Ghazi medal are awarded Rs100,000 along with a Class-I certificate and are given the posting of their choice.

Officers awarded the Shujaat medal receive Rs200,000 along with a Class-I certificate and their preferred posting within the department.

In addition, special welfare measures are taken for these heroes and their families in the fields of health and education.

Published in Dawn, April 24th, 2025