PM, Shehbaz Sharif, has agreed to extend the tenure of PAF Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu by one year. This means he will continue in his role for another year.
President Asif Ali Zardari signed the papers for this extension on Sunday evening, following the recommendation from the Prime Minister.
Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu will now lead the flypast during the Pakistan Day Parade, which is scheduled for March 23.
Initially appointed as the Chief of the Air Staff of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) in March 2021, Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu was supposed to finish his term in March 2024.
Background of PAF Chief
Originally from Gujrat, Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar joined the PAF in April 1986. Throughout his career, he has led various important positions, including commanding a fighter squadron, an operational airbase, and a regional air command. He has also served in crucial roles such as assistant air chief for operation research and development (R&D), assistant air chief for training officers, and director-general of projects at the Air Headquarters in Islamabad.
Furthermore, he has received advanced training from esteemed institutions like the Combat Commanders’ School, Air War College, and the United Kingdom’s Royal College of Defence Studies. Additionally, he has served as an additional secretary at the Ministry of Defence.
In recognition of his remarkable services, Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber has been honored with Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) and Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Military) awards.
