President Asif Ali Zardari has approved conferring the prestigious Tamgha-e-Shujaat (Medal of Bravery) on Shaheed Furqan, the Karachi firefighter who sacrificed his life while trying to save others during the devastating Gul Plaza fire.
The approval comes following efforts by Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab to secure national recognition for the firefighter’s extraordinary courage and selfless service.
Shaheed Furqan demonstrated remarkable bravery during the tragic incident, risking his own life to rescue people trapped in the blaze. His ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty has been recognised as an act of exceptional courage and devotion to humanity.
The approval of the national civil award is a tribute to his selflessness, professional commitment and supreme sacrifice. His bravery will be remembered as a symbol of courage and dedication to saving human lives.
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The fire at Gul Plaza on Karachi’s M.A. Jinnah Road erupted on the night of January 17, 2026, and raged for approximately 36 hours before being contained on the morning of January 19.
Furqan had been part of the team battling the massive blaze that engulfed Gul Plaza on Saturday night.
The firefighter had tied the knot one and half years ago while he had a child.
During the firefighting operation, he tragically fell into the wreckage and lost his life after becoming trapped under the debris.
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