Air Vice Marshal Shahryar Khan, Air Officer Commanding PAF Academy Asghar Khan, gave a strong warning to India during the Change of Guard ceremony at Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi. The event marked Pakistan’s 60th Defence and Martyrs’ Day.
He said, “Next time, the score won’t be 6-0 but 60-0, Insha Allah.”
The ceremony featured PAF Academy cadets taking guard at the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Khan laid a wreath and spoke to honour the heroes of the 1965 war.
“Pakistan loves peace, but don’t mistake it for weakness,” he said, promising to protect the country’s borders at all costs. Khan also talked about the Pakistan Air Force’s progress. “The PAF is a next-generation force with cutting-edge technology,” he said. He mentioned skills in aviation, space, AI, and IT, placing PAF among the world’s top air forces.
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— DawnNews (@Dawn_News) September 6, 2025Referring to Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, Khan noted that the PAF successfully shot down six Indian jets, including Rafales, in May 2025. This was confirmed by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
“The enemy faced defeat,” he said. “When our forces and nation stand united, no power can stop us.”
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Defence and Martyrs’ Day is held on September 6, which also marks Eid Milad-un-Nabi. It honours heroes from the 1965 war.
Khan reaffirmed that the PAF is ready to face any threat, ensuring Pakistan’s peace and security. His bold speech highlights Pakistan’s strong military and unity during tense times with India.
