Former Army Chief General (Retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar Passes Away
Sajid Ali
Published October 26, 2026 | 12:48 PM
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and all ranks of the Pakistan Army expressed deep sorrow and grief over the death of the former Chief of Army Staff.
Rawalpinay, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 26th Oct, 2026) Former Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, General (Retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar, passed away in Rawalpindi at the age of 89.
According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir stated that General (Retd) Kakar was a distinguished and conscientious military commander known for his professional expertise and unblemished career.
Renowned journalist and anchorperson, Hamid Mir, also paid tribute to General (Retd) Kakar's services, praising his principled conduct in declining an extension in his service. He recalled that Kakar took strict action against military officers interfering in politics during his tenure.
General (Retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar is considered one of Pakistan's most distinguished military commanders, known for his integrity and adherence to principles.
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