Javed Hassan
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Javed Hassan | |
|---|---|
| Allegiance |  Pakistan |
| Branch |  Pakistan Army |
| Service years | 1968 — 2004 |
| Rank |   Lieutenant General |
| Commands | Commandant National Defence University
Inspector General Northern Light Infantry Commander XXX Corps Gujranwala Defence Attache to USA |
| Conflicts | |
| Awards |  Hilal-i-Imtiaz Sitara-e-Imtiaz |
| Alma mater | Pakistan Military Academy |
| Other work | Chief Adviser, University of Management and Technology (Lahore) |
Javed Hassan is a retired three star general of the Pakistan Army, who is serving as Chief Adviser of the University of Management and Technology.[1]
After completing education, Hassan had joined the Pakistan Military Academy.
As a major general, Hassan commanded the Force Command Northern Areas. Under his tenure as Commander FCNA, the Kargil war unfold. [2][3]
Hassan was actively involved in provoking the war against India. He was present in the meeting of high-profile Pakistani officials, playing the role as a key architect of the Kargil Conflict. [4][5] Hassan's alleged failed role in the conflict is often criticized by several accounts, as Pakistan had suffered great loses in the conflict. Reportedly, Hassan had an offensive attitude towards Indians. Despite showing confidence about the conflict, the operation turned out to be a failure, causing fatal casualties as Pakistan side .[6][7][8][9]
After the war, Hassan continued serving in the army. He served as Inspector General of the Northern Light Infantry and Military Attache to USA.[1] Subsequently, his rank was elevated to lieutenant general and was appointed as Corps Commander XXX Corps. He was later forcefully sent to retirement.[10]