“From Jajja to Jajja: Journey of My Life” is an autobiographical masterpiece penned by Lt Gen (R) Lehrasab Khan, HI(M), SJ, SBt, a seasoned Pakistan Army officer and dedicated philanthropist. This compelling book chronicles his life’s journey meticulously, from his early childhood through his formative school and college years, eventually leading to his rigorous training…
Education is the cornerstone of societal evolution and progress, holding a pivotal role when it is pursued with a clear purpose and objective. Nations can break free from the shadows of ignorance when they prioritize unbiased educational progress for all genders. It is a well-established fact that nations flourish when educated mothers raise their children,…
The cadet college system in Pakistan is structured to enable students to attain academic excellence and cultivate a disciplined mindset, which will facilitate their adaptation to various professions, including the military, such as the Pakistan Army, Pakistan Air Force, and Pakistan Navy. Pakistan has a reputable cadet college system that is spread throughout the country….
In 1992, I was commanding an infantry battalion in the Dhaka brigade. At the time, Maj. Gen. Lehrasab Khan (later Lt. Gen.) of the Pakistan Army and Commandant, Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) at Kakul, visited Bangladesh. As his Conducting Officer, I accompanied him throughout his stay in Bangladesh. 1 EB’s nom de plume is Senior…
The story of Lt Gen Lehrasab Khan is one of remarkable valour and unwavering commitment to his country, Pakistan. Born on April 7, 1940, against the backdrop of World War II, his family had a long-standing connection with the military. His father and elder brothers had all served in various capacities in the armed forces,…
Pathfinder Group, guided by the visionary leadership of Co-chairman Ikram Sehgal, has made a resolute commitment to fulfil its Corporate Social Responsibility, with a particular focus on its employees and the broader community. At the heart of this commitment lies the promotion of women’s empowerment and financial inclusion. Aligned with this vision, they have initiated…
Editor’s Note Lt Gen Tahir Mahmud Qazi, HI(M), (Retd) William Shakespeare in his play, “Twelfth Night” wrote; “Be not afraid of greatness, some are born great, some achieve greatness and others have greatness thrust upon them…..” And this is exactly what happened to Brig Z.A. Khan; all three came in the same order. Born in…
The relaunch ceremony of the book ‘The Way It Was’ was organized to commemorate the distinguished Alam Brothers, a group of remarkable individuals. All nine of them had served in the armed forces, boasting illustrious careers as soldiers. The keynote speaker for the event was the book’s editor, Lt Gen (Retd) Tahir Mehmood Qazi. Special…
‘The Way It Was’ is an autobiography by Brigadier (Retired) Zahir Alam Khan, a former officer in the Pakistan Army. He offers readers a gripping journey through his distinguished career in the Pakistan Army. Spanning from his initiation as a cadet in 1950 to his honourable retirement in 1986, Khan’s autobiography provides an intimate window…
Please tell us something about your early life? In the terms of today my early life would be considered exciting and interesting. My father belonged to the Survey of India whose job was to make maps of the un-mapped regions of India, in the thirties, parts of the Central Province and Orissa, now in India…
