Former army chief Gen Abdul Waheed Kakar passes away in Rawalpindi

Former chief of army staff (COAS) General (retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar passed away in Rawalpindi on Monday, the military's media wing said. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, along with all ranks of the Pakistan Army, expressed deep sorrow over the former army chief's demise. "The CDF and all ranks of the Pakistan Army pay tribute to the late General's distinguished military career, leadership and invaluable services to the Pakistan Army," the statement said. Shadab's maiden ODI century sends Pakistan into Tri-series final The military expressed solidarity with the bereaved family and offered heartfelt condolences over the loss. "Pakistan Army shares the grief of the bereaved family and offers its heartfelt condolences. May Allah Almighty grant the departed soul the highest place in Jannah and give the family strength and patience. Ameen," the ISPR said. Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari also expressed deep grief and sorrow over the passing of Gen Kakar. In a separate statement, the president extended his sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. He prayed for eternal peace for the departed soul and strength and patience for the family to bear the loss. Mikayil stars as Robson lift LSC Polo in Pink title Tags: army chiefabdulwaheedkakarispr