Pakistan Army gets award from Turkey for services during earthquake crisis
Urban Search and Rescue Team of Pakistan Army has been awarded special recognition by Turkish government for their outstanding professional services during earthquake crisis in Turkey.
Team leader of Pakistan Army received award from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in a special ceremony held in Ankara, capital of Turkey.
Pakistan Army relief team was dispatched to Turkey on February 7, comprising 33 members, who remained in the earthquake affected areas till February 22.
During their stay in Turkey, the team conducted search and rescue operations at 91 sites, successfully rescuing eight individuals alive from the debris.
Furthermore, team identified seven people and retrieved 138 bodies from the wreckage, which were then handed over to their heirs.
Following their successful mission, team returned to Pakistan on February 24, where they were warmly welcomed by officials and public alike.
Notably, high officials of Turkey were present at Istanbul Airport to bid farewell to team, highlighting mutual respect and strong bond between two brotherly countries.