BRIGADIER (R) SULTAN MAHMOOD SATTI (SITARA-E-IMTIAZ)

Brigadier (R) Sultan Mahmood Satti is currently a managing director of IT Butler e-services, and ex president of Islamabad Athletics association. He was awarded the Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Military) for his 35 years of outstanding service and unwavering dedication.

His profound understanding of international business stems from his involvement in over-seas operations. His appointments in Qatar, as Communication and Administrative Adviser to the Chief (Armed Forces); and visits to various business hubs such as China and Germany facilitated his deep knowledge of the global business arena, making him uniquely qualified to fuel the expansion and development of IT Butler.

Brig, Satti earned his Bachelors in Electric Engineering from University of Engineering & Technology (UET) Lahore, Pakistan. His career in Telecommunication (Technical) Management extends to over 22 years & involves the administration of complex projects including the set-up for Fiber Optics, Satellite Communication and Troop Scatter. He has a Masters degree in War Studies and Joint War Studies from Quaid-e-Azam University Islamabad.

Brig Satti attended the School of Artillery in Fort sill – Oklahoma, USA for a Staff Officers Course in Communication Electronic. He was responsible for the establishment of Microwave Towers/ Communication and Permanent Line in the Northern Areas of Pakistan and parts of Sindh and Punjab.

His experience encompasses expertise in Managerial and Marketing Administration. Brig Satti was appointed Director Policy Planning and Development, responsible for dealing with promotional and marketing activities. He was the Head of National Accountability Bureau (NAB) of Bahawalpur, Lahore and DG Khan. He was also responsible for the revamping of WAPDA Punjab and organizing an establishment in Sindh for “Anti Car Lifting”. He was also the Head (Commandant) of the oldest Telecomm & Software Engineering Institution for PhD and Graduate programs run by National University of Science and Technology (NUST).

Along with his professional accomplishments, Brig Satti funds a Non – Profit Organization “Ali Shan Satti Trust” for the prosperity and growth of his home town Kotli Sattian. He is also involved with various other charity programs and organizations.

CAPTAIN KHIZAR MEHMOOD SATTI SHAHEED

Captain Khizar Mehmood Satti Shaheed

Born on 8 July 1983 at Malot Sattian.

Unit 35 A.K 

Embraced Shahadat on 28th may 2011 at Wali Dad Top, Mohmand Agency.

Awarded Sitara-e-Bisalat for his bravery 

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CAPTAIN BILAL ZAFAR SHAHEED

Captain Bilal Zafar (1982-2009) (Urdu: بلال ظفر‎) was a Pakistan Army officer who received Sitara-e-Basalat on 62nd Independence Day of Pakistan. He was a Captain in 42 Baloch Regiment(MIB).

He was born at Rawalpindi on 2 February 1982. Bilal Zafar got his early education at St Paul’s Cambridge School, Rawalpindi and Government College university Lahore , Rawalpindi.

He belonged to a prominent family of Karore, Kotli Sattian with military background. 

His father, Zafar Tajamul, is a retired captain. His grandfather, Colonel Tajammal Hussain was a commissioned officer in British Indian Army. He fought Second World War and remained a PoW. Later on, he joined INA. After Independence he opted for Pakistan Army. He volunteered for war of independence of Kashmir. He raised and commanded first Bagh Brigade and fought on Poonch front. For his valour and bravery, he was awarded with medal of FAKHR-E-KASHMIR. He remained Defence Secretary for Azad Kashmir govt. Later on, he raised civil Defence department.

The great-grandfather of Captain Bilal Subedar Lal Khan fought First World War. He gave his life during action. For his death in combat, he was awarded INDIAN ORDER OF MERIT - the second highest military award.

His brother Captain Zarrar is also a commando officer, participated in many operations.

He joined Pakistan Army in 2001 and was commissioned into 42 Baloch Regiment(Al-Havi) on 12 October 2003. Later, he joined SSG.

Operation Rah-e-Rast began in May 2009 and involved the Pakistan Army and Taliban militants in a fight for control of the Swat district of Pakistan. SSG started an operation 'Janbaz' to clear Swat valley from militants. His company was given task to clear Swat-Peochar Road. During this operation, Captain Bilal Zafar embraced shahadat on 17 May 2009. He was hit by a rocket launcher on his chest. One day after his death, he was buried in his native village Karore Kotli Sattian on 18 May 2009. Government of Pakistan announced Sitara-e-Basalat for him on 62nd Independence of Pakistan.

                                         

CAPTAIN HASSAN MUSAHIB JAVED SATTI SHAHEED

Captain Hassan Musahib Javaid Satti embraced shahadat in Kurram Agency on 31st May 2013. He joined 23 Baloch Regiment of Pakistan Army with 116 PMA Long Course - Saad Company.

On the night of 30th-31st May 2013, Capt Hassan Javaid's Company was given a task to capture and take control over a strategically important Height Muhammadi Top in Kurram Agency. Capt Hassan volunteered himself for the difficult approach,
he scaled a rugged mountainous terrain for over 11 hours with combat load of approximately 30 Kilos and reached the target area in surprisingly short time.

He led his men from the front, the other two companies approaching from left and front were held back due to intense enemy attack. He established contact with the Terrorists and fought for 1 hour and 15 minutes. In order to provide relief to the pinned down Companies, he diverted the terrorists’ fire towards him.

He received a bullet in his face and embraced Shahadat right on the spot during the intense fight. The Government of Pakistan awarded him sitara-e-Bisalat for his bravery and courage.

This brave son of proud Satti Tribe born in Chonor, Tehsil Kahuta, District Rawalpindi and resting in peace at his native place.

                                             

LT. COLONEL (R) ZAFAR ABBASI

It was 2nd death anniversary of Lt. Colonel (R) Zafar Abbasi. He passed away on 11th November, 2015.

Lt Col Zafar Abbasi Ghazi was immortalized on screen by the iconic character of Captain Kashif in drama serial Alpha Bravo Charlie, story of Captain Kashif was based on real story of Lt. Colonel  Zafar Abbasi.

Zafar Abbas Ghazi had been stationed on the highest battlefront in the world, Siachen and had become a victim of frostbite in 1987. Owing to that, he lost both his hands and feet. Even after losing both hands and feet, he did not give up and continued to serve in the army, attaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

He was from Karor, Kotli Sattian