Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed was born in Hoshiarpur city of the eastern Punjab, on 22nd July in 1914.

In August 1958, he was assigned to launch an offensive against Indian forces in the area of Lakshmipur.

Despite fatal injuries, he resolutely completed his mission, exemplifying unparalleled bravery, unwavering resolve, and unrelenting dedication to duty and embraced martyrdom.

Armed Forces of Pakistan, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, and the Services Chiefs have paid a solemn and heartfelt tribute to Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed, recipient of the prestigious Nishan-e-Haider, on the occasion of his 66th martyrdom anniversary today.

Major Tufail Muhammad, the second recipient of the esteemed Nishan-e-Haider, valiantly laid down his life in 1958 while fearlessly engaging the enemy in the Lakshmipur sector of East Pakistan. Despite fatal injuries, he resolutely completed his mission, exemplifying unparalleled bravery, unwavering resolve, and unrelenting dedication to duty.

The martyrdom anniversary of Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed serves as a poignant reminder of the extraordinary sacrifices and selfless devotion of the Pakistan Armed Forces in defending the motherland.

Quran Khawani was held in mosques on the occasion of martyrdrom anniversary of Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed. Special prayers were held for the elevated status of the martyr. 

The religious scholars paid glowing tributes to the sacrifces of martyrs for the homeland.

They said Major Tufail Muhammad was a brave son of the soil who will always live in the hearts of Pakistani people. They said who sacrificed their lives for the dignity of the country undoubtedly deserve respect and honour.

In a statement, the ISPR stated we honor the memory of these gallant sons of the soil who made the ultimate sacrifice to safeguard our nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity.