President Asif Ali Zardari Monday visited the residence of Shaheed Lieutenant Uzair Mehmood Malik to express condolence to the bereaved family, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

The president prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul, President Secretariat Press Wing said in a press release.

On the occasion, the president paid tribute to Shaheed Lt. Mehmood for laying down his life for the country, adding that he had embraced martyrdom while facing Khawarij terrorists with bravery.

The president while expressing resolve to root out terrorism, observed that the nation was proud of their valiant martyrs and their unmatched sacrifices strengthened the determination of the nation further.

He also prayed for the bereaved family to bear the loss with equanimity.