A man who prevented a suicide attempt has been nominated for the highest civil prize.

A railway worker who lost his life while thwarting a suspected suicide attack along the Punjab-Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border has been nominated for Pakistan’s highest civilian award.

Muhammad Liaqat Ali was celebrated as a national hero after he allegedly thwarted a suspected suicide bomber near a police checkpoint in Jand tehsil of Attock district on Monday, preventing a significant terrorist incident.

Local residents reported that Liaqat Ali was tending to animals near the checkpost when he observed suspicious behavior and challenged the assailant. His prompt intervention allegedly averted significant casualties, albeit he perished in the incident.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz honored the deceased, stating that his sacrifice exemplified remarkable bravery and patriotism. She declared that Liaqat Ali would be proposed for the nation’s highest civilian honor in acknowledgment of his valor and dedication to the country.

The chief minister stated, “Individuals such as Liaqat Ali are the genuine heroes of Pakistan,” noting that he exemplified the utmost sacrifice by giving his life for the safety of others.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the valor of the deceased railway employee, asserting that the entire nation honors his bravery and sacrifice in the struggle against terrorism.

The funeral prayers for Liaqat Ali were conducted at Police Lines Attock, attended by numerous top officials, police officers, and local citizens. A police unit provided a guard of honour at the funeral ceremony.

The Federal Minister for Railways, Hanif Abbasi, sent sympathies to the grieving family and pledged them of governmental assistance. He declared a financial settlement of Rs8 million for the family and stated that the railway government will support them.

The dead is survived by his wife, two boys, and one daughter.