ABBOTTABAD — The Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul hosted the passing out parade for graduating cadets from the 154th PMA Long Course, 39th Technical Graduate Course, 73rd Integrated Course, and 28th Lady Cadet Course.
The ceremony also marked the graduation of international cadets from several friendly nations, including Bangladesh, Iraq, Maldives, Palestine, Qatar, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, and Yemen, underscoring the institution’s role in international military training and cooperation.
General Syed Aamer Raza, Commander of the National Strategic Command, attended as Chief Guest and Reviewing Officer. Inspecting the parade, General Raza commended the high standards of drill, discipline, and dedication demonstrated by the passing-out courses.
154th PMA Long Course: Following the review, the chief guest presented awards to distinguished cadets:
The Sword of Honour: Awarded to Academy Senior Under Officer Muhammad Junaid Jabbar (154th PMA Long Course).
The President’s Gold Medal: Awarded to Battalion Senior Under Officer Syed Hassan Abbas (154th PMA Long Course).
Chief of Defence Forces Overseas Gold Medal: Awarded to Company Senior Under Officer Riyad Mahmood Khan of Bangladesh (PMA Long Course).
Marksman Medal: Awarded to Company Sports Sergeant Muhammad Abdullah (154th PMA Long Course).
Chief of Army Staff Cane: Awarded to Course Under Officer Ali Ahmed Mustafa (39th Technical Graduate Course).
Commandant’s Canes: Awarded to Course Under Officer Muhammad Hamza Fayyaz (73rd Integrated Course) and Course Junior Under Officer Maryam Tariq (28th Lady Cadet Course).
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