Field Marshal reaffirms commitment to eliminating terrorism, uplifting Balochistan

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan Army’s unwavering commitment to uprooting the menace of terrorism and the inevitability of socio-economic uplift of Balochistan for national cohesion and integration.

The COAS vehemently condemned India's blatant sponsorship of terror proxies, characterizing them as a failed attempt to target the deep-rooted patriotism of the people of Balochistan.

He stated that India, having suffered defeat in Ma’arka e Haq, had now escalated its proxy war to advance her nefarious designs. He specifically referenced Fitna-al-Khawarij and Fitna-al-Hindustan as pawns of Indian hybrid warfare against Pakistan, adding that these proxies would face a similar fate and humiliation as in Ma’arka e Haq, Insha Allah.

'India having suffered defeat in Ma’arka e Haq has now escalated its proxy war to advance her nefarious designs, specifically referencing to Fitna-al-Khawarij and Fitna-al-Hindustan as pawns of Indian hybrid war against Pakistan,' the statement said.

Field Marshal Munir made the remarks while interacting with participants of the 16th National Workshop Balochistan.

Addressing a diverse group of stakeholders, including parliamentarians, representatives of civil society, civil servants, academicians, media personnel and youth, the COAS resolutely reaffirmed the Army’s stance. He emphasised that terrorists knew no bounds of religion, sect, or ethnicity, necessitating a unified national response and stressing the imperative of collective resolve in confronting this menace.

The COAS highlighted the pivotal role of development initiatives in Balochistan, advocating for enhanced inter-agency cooperation and a cohesive national approach to propel provincial progress and national advancement.

'COAS underscored the nation's preparedness to respond decisively to any external or internal threats, protecting national prestige and ensuring the wellbeing of its citizens;' the statement added.

While reaffirming Pakistan's commitment to regional peace, the COAS underscored the nation's preparedness to respond decisively to any external or internal threats, protecting national prestige and ensuring the wellbeing of its citizens.

The session concluded after a candid interactive discourse between the participants and the Chief of Army Staff.

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