CDF Asim Munir reviews SSG’s combat capabilities

Chief of Defence Forces and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has emphasised the importance of operational readiness, specialised training and locally developed defence capabilities to counter evolving security threats.

He made these remarks during his visit to the Special Services Group (SSG) headquarters in Tarbela on Thursday. He received a detailed briefing on the elite force’s specialised training programmes, operational preparedness and mission-oriented capabilities.

During the visit, Field Marshal Munir laid a floral wreath at the martyrs’ monument and paid tribute to SSG personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.

He also witnessed demonstrations of advanced specialised equipment and combat exercises highlighting the SSG’s operational skills, agility and precision in carrying out special missions.

Interacting with officers and soldiers, the army chief praised their professionalism, high morale and commitment to their responsibilities.

He stressed that continuous training, strengthening indigenous defence capabilities and maintaining the highest standards of operational preparedness were essential to staying ahead of emerging security challenges.

The visit comes amid continued security challenges in the country. Last month, Field Marshal Munir visited the Corps Headquarters in Peshawar, where he was briefed on the security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, ongoing counterterrorism operations and border management measures.