Ensuring safety of local population top priority: COAS

Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Saturday emphasised on maintaining high standards of operational readiness to fail hostile efforts to destabilise Balochistan, saying that ensuring safety and security of the local population was top priority.

According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the chief of army staff spent a complete day with the troops who repulsed the terrorist attack on security forces camps in Panjgur.

The COAS paid tribute to the martyrs of the February 2 terrorist attack and appreciated the professionalism and effective response by ground troops.
 

The military’s media wing said the COAS was given a detailed update by local commander on the security situation in the area and response mechanism to effectively check emerging threats.

While speaking with the troops, the army chief appreciated the professionalism and effective response by ground troops against recent terrorist activities.
 

He paid tribute to the “shuhada for supreme sacrifice in line of duty for defence of the motherland”.

While interacting with the notables and tribal elders of Panjgur, the ISPR said, Gen Qamar appreciated them for their support to the law enforcement agencies in fighting the menace of terrorism.

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“Breaking the nexus between terrorists and their sympathisers/support base is imperative for defeating terrorism,” the COAS reiterated. He assured local elders of army’s all-out support for creating an environment for prosperity and development of the area, particularly ensuring timely completion of ongoing socioeconomic projects.

“Terrorists won’t be allowed to reverse the hard earned gains irrespective of the challenges.”
Earlier on arrival, the COAS was received by Commander Quetta Corps Lieutenant General Sarfraz Ali.