Islamabad, 7 November, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry visited King Edward Medical University in Lahore, where he participated in a special interactive session with students and faculty members. During the event, Dr Mampal Singh, described as Pakistan’s first Sikh doctor, welcomed the DG ISPR and expressed his strong affection for the country and his commitment to its progress and security. Dr Mampal Singh said his identity and pride were deeply connected to Pakistan and that he considered it an honour to be a Pakistani. He emphasised that the true value of freedom could best be understood by those who were deprived of it. Highlighting the country’s diversity, he said the facilities and opportunities available to religious minorities reflected Pakistan’s cultural richness and inclusive character. He added that Pakistan had given him dignity, recognition and the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz in acknowledgement of his contributions. Dr Mampal Singh further reaffirmed that the Sikh community had always stood alongside Pakistan’s armed forces and would continue to support them in the future.