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    Aitzaz Hasan

    Aitzaz Hasan

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

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    Honours

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    Records

    Aitzaz Hasan's posthumous honours reflect the scale of his sacrifice. The Sitara-e-Shujaat is reserved for acts of conspicuous gallantry, and he is among the youngest recipients in Pakistan's history. Being named The Herald's Person of the Year placed him alongside national leaders and cultural icons, a rare recognition for a teenager. His school's renaming and the stadium dedication ensure his name remains part of the local landscape. These honours, combined with the ongoing scholarship, show how one act can create a lasting legacy that transcends age and circumstance.

    Aitzaz Hasan receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Sitara-e-Shujaat

    Government of Pakistan·2014

    Third-highest civilian award for bravery, awarded posthumously.

    Person of the Year

    The Herald (Pakistan)·2014

    Named Person of the Year for his heroic sacrifice.

    School Renaming

    Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa·2014

    Government High School Ibrahimzai renamed to Aitzaz Hasan Shaheed High School.

    Stadium Dedication

    Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa·2014

    A stadium in Hangu was named in his honor.

    Records & Feats

    Youngest recipient of Sitara-e-Shujaat

    Historic First·2014

    Aitzaz Hasan was posthumously awarded the Sitara-e-Shujaat at age 14, making him one of the youngest recipients of Pakistan's third-highest civilian honor.