New Delhi, May 21 -- General Asim Munir, Pakistan's Army Chief, was promoted to the rank of Field Marshal on Tuesday, reportedly due to his role in the recent conflict with India, becoming only the second officer in the country's history to attain this position. Internet users trolled Munir for "promoting himself", while singer Adnan Sami reacted with a video mocking him.

"The Government of Pakistan has approved the promotion of Gen Asim Munir (Nishan-e-Imtiaz Military) to the rank of Field Marshal for ensuring the security of the country and defeating the enemy based on the high strategy and courageous leadership," the prime minister's office stated.

Singer Adnan Sami also posted on X, sharing a clip from an old Bollywood movie that ap...