Pakistan Navy Day commemorates Operation Somnath

Pakistan Navy Day is being marked today (Tuesday) to pay honor to the heroes of the 1965 War who fought gallantly against a much stronger adversary with utter courage and sacrificed their life to defend homeland.

The day witnessed the bold Operation Somnath in which Pakistan Navy warships attacked important shore installations causing heavy damage to the Indian side.

In fact, the submarine PNSM Ghazi became a potent deterrence during the 1965 War, representing Pakistan’s operational superiority and increasing the cost for any enemy who entertained hostile designs against the motherland.

On Pakistan Navy Day the nation paid respect to the officers and personnel of Pakistan Navy for their role in preserving the country’s maritime frontiers, coastal security and national interests.

Pakistan Navy is remembered for its bravery, sacrifices & professionalism. The Pakistan Navy displayed gallantry and adept seamanship during the 1965 War, reaffirming its willingness to safeguard the nation’s maritime borders.

Operation Somnath as a classic example of Pakistan Navy’s strategy, daring and professional skill and added this operation inflicted a huge blow to the enemy’s defensive capabilities and remains a proud chapter in the country’s defense history.

It also contributes to maritime security, defense of sea commerce routes, international peacekeeping and humanitarian aid during natural catastrophes, apart from defending the country’s maritime frontiers.