Major Mian Abdullah Shah (Pak Army Shaheed Officer)

Major Mian Abdullah Shah (Pak Army Shaheed Officer)

Major Mian Abdullah Shah (Pak Army Shaheed Officer)

Major Mian Abdullah Shah, 33, hailed from Kohat martyred during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Shakhas area of Khyber District on 5 July 23.

The security forces were establishing positions to block the suspects from escaping, when Major Shah spotted a party of terrorists and intercepted them — As he was leading the operation from the front. As a result of heavy exchange of fire, the brave son of the nation Major Abdullah having fought gallantly, embraced Shahadat.

He was laid to rest in Ziarat Sheikh Allah Dad area of Tehsil Gumbat, Kohat with complete military honor.

Major Shah was commissioned in Pakistan Army in 2014 and belonged to 19 Punjab Regiment. He had also served in Operation Zarb-e-Azb against terrorists in North Waziristan.

He is survived by his wife and two sons. He was awarded Tamgha-e-Basalat for his bravery and valour.

Major Shah was a true patriot and a hero who laid down his life for a noble cause. Pakistani nation will always remember his courage and devotion to duty.

Mahvesh Ali Khan (Philanthropist)

Mahvesh Ali Khan (Philanthropist)

Mahvesh Ali Khan (Philanthropist)

Mahvesh Ali Khan, hailing from district Swabi of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is the founder and president of a social enterprise namely Ran’aa Child Welfare Foundation in Peshawar. She dedicated her life for the betterment of street and out of school children as well as victims of child labor to develop them academically socially and to empower them to become productive members of society.

Her organization is working since 2016 and currently educating and caring for approximately 90 children in the age bracket of 5 to 12.

Mahvesh Ali Khan received MBA and MS in Human Resource Management degrees from Institute of Management Sciences (IMS) Peshawar and National University of Science & Technology (NUST) Islamabad, respectively.

Mahvesh Ali Khan also teaches Institute of Management Sciences and is also a Visiting Lecturer at National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences.

Mahvesh Ali Khan is also a known public speaker and has appeared in various media outlets to discuss issues related to child welfare.

Jamshed Barki (Photographer and Vlogger)                                      

Jamshed Barki (Photographer and Vlogger)                                      

Jamshed Barki (Photographer and Vlogger)                                      

When people hear the name Waziristan, their minds immediately turn to militants, terrorism, armed clashes, weapons and other stereotypes and misperceptions. But, Jamshed Burki is now trying to change all this, using only his camera.

A graduate of Comsat University Abbottabad, Burki is a passionate photographer and Vlogger from Kaniguram of tehsil Ladha in South Waziristan. His aim is to show the world that Tribal Areas and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as a whole, are peaceful and have as much potential for tourism as any other part of Pakistan.

He promotes a different picture of the tribal region as well as of Pakhtuns to the wider world through creating videos about Waziristan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which help people see another side to the region.

In his travel videos, whether done solo on his motorbike or with friends, Burki serves as a guide and recommends itineraries too. The Waziristani Vlogger has gained a greater following since uploading his videos across diverse social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok — he has more than 127,000 followers on TikTok alone.

Burki says his family always supported him in his field, which is why he is moving in the right direction according to his vision, to show the world a positive image of Pakhtuns and the regions that have often been stereotyped.

Sonia Shamroz Khan (SSP KP Police)

Sonia Shamroz Khan (SSP KP Police)

Sonia Shamroz Khan (SSP KP Police)

Sonia Shamroz Khan, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has been honoured with an international award for her role to curb violence against women. The International Association of Women Police (IAWP), presented the “Officer of the year Award” to Ms Khan at in Sep 2023 in Auckland, New Zealand.

Hailing from district Abbottabad, Sonia Shamroz Khan the daughter of Shamroz Khan Jadoon began her career as an ASP in Abbottabad and demonstrated her exceptional skills during her tenure as DPO of Chitral for two years. Currently, she serves as the DPO of Battagram.

Having received her primary education in Abbottabad, she pursued a degree in IT before completing an MBA. With a scholarship for her academic excellence, she obtained a degree in Criminology, focusing on Women’s Violence and Conflict, from a university in England.

Khan has served at various key positions, including DPO Chitral as first DPO in KP and head of KP Police training Centre. She is known for establishing a special complaint cell to combat forced marriages and other women related issues.

She implemented various initiatives, including a complaint cell, to prevent forced marriages of women. She also collaborated with national and international organizations to advocate for women’s rights. Her concerted efforts significantly contributed to a notable reduction in the number of female suicides in Chitral.