COAS vows to suppress chaos mongers
The army chief emphasised that the farmers were the backbone of the country’s agriculture sector. PHOTO: PMO
Chief of Army Staff Gen Asim Munir warned on Friday that rumours and fake news were being spread on social media about Pakistan to give an impression that the state was losing its existence in order to create an atmosphere of frustration and chaos in the country.
Addressing the National Farmers’ Convention, Gen Asim said that there were only two states established in the name of Kalima, the holy state of Madina and the state of Pakistan. He assured that all types of mafias would be crushed with the support of the nation.
“Through fake news, the impression is being given that the state is losing its existence. But you should know that only two states were established in the name of Kalma – Riyasat-e-Tayyiba and Riyasat-e-Pakistan,” the army chief said. “Together with the nation, we will suppress all types of mafias.”
Gen Asim emphasised that the farmers were the backbone of the country’s agriculture sector. “It’s your untiring hard work, toil and determination that play a pivotal role in ensuring food security for millions of Pakistanis. You make us and the entire nation proud,” he added.
He said that the climate change and water scarcity were realities that challenged Pakistan’s food security and necessitated use of technology and close government-public collaboration as being done under the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC).
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“Pakistan is endowed with immense potential and abundant resources. Together, we will navigate through these challenging times, by the grace of Allah; and attain our goals across every sector, InshaAllah,” he added.
The army chief stated that the dividends of all initiatives by the SIFC would help Pakistan come out of the economic crisis. “United, we as a resilient nation will lead Pakistan towards a progressive and prosperous future, InshaAllah”, he added.
Speaking as the chief guest on the occasion, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar emphasised that agriculture held immense importance for the socio-economic development of the country at the grassroots level.
He appreciated the collaborative work of ministries and departments for achieving various milestones under the SIFC umbrella and stressed the need for expediting various initiatives. The event was also attended by federal ministers, agricultural experts and senior government officials.