Pakistan Navy Names Teen With Heart Disease Honorary Sub Lieutenant

The Pakistan Navy has fulfilled the wish of Muhammad Ebaad Hussain, a 17-year-old from Rajanpur living with congenital heart disease, by granting him the honorary rank of Sub Lieutenant. Ebaad had dreamed of becoming a naval officer. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf approved the honorary rank to honour his wish. Accompanied by his parents, Ebaad also visited Pakistan Navy Ship KHAIBAR. During the visit, he received a briefing on the ship's capabilities and daily life on board. Honorary Sub Lieutenant Ebaad Hussain expressed his gratitude to the Pakistan Navy and shared his admiration for the service. Meanwhile, Pakistan Navy has opened registration for its Short Service Commission Course 2027-A and M Cadet Scheme 12th Batch. Pakistani citizens can apply until November 22, 2026. The recruitment drive covers operations, engineering, supply, ordnance, medicine, teaching, law, information technology and specialized roles. Most branches accept male applicants, while selected medical and specialist positions also welcome women. The M Cadet Scheme targets students who will be in their fourth or fifth year of MBBS on July 1, 2027, at eligible PMDC-recognised medical colleges. Applicants must have passed previous semesters or academic years on their first attempt with at least 50% marks. Qualifications, age limits and marital status requirements vary by category. Stay Connected with ProPakistani Get the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. See more ProPakistani stories in Google Search and Top Stories.