RAWALPINDI: An investiture ceremony was held at the Corps HeadquartersPeshawar today to confer military awards upon army personnel for acts ofgallantry during operations, said the Inter-Services Public Relations(ISPR).

The Sitara-e-Imtiaz (military) award was given to eight officers while theTamgha-e-Imtiaz was given to 15 officers.

The Tamgha-e-Bisalat was given to 24 army personnel, including soldiers andofficers. The family members of martyrs received Medals of Shuhada.

Peshawar Corps Commander Lieutenant General Nazir Ahmad Butt paid richtribute to the martyrs and ghazis.

“We owe peace and stability to the selfless devotion and sacrifices ofthese officers and soldiers,” said Lt Gen Butt, as he addressed theceremony.