Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir on Thursday said a handful of misguided elements could not shake the resolve of the people of Balochistan and the Armed Forces, committed to ensuring peace and prosperity.
The Army Chief visited Gwadar and was briefed on the prevailing security situation, the formation’s operational preparedness, CPEC security, and efforts for ensuring a peaceful and secure environment, an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release said.
The COAS appreciated the efforts of all ranks and urged them to continue working with professional commitment for the good of the people of Balochistan.
He interacted with local notables, elected representatives, and people from different walks of life.
The COAS laid particular emphasis on the socio-economic development of the area. He also announced welfare projects related to education, installation of solar systems, fisheries, water, health, sports, and livelihood. Chief Minister Balochistan, Abdul Quddus Bizenjo, and Commander Quetta Corps were present during the visit of COAS.
Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo and Quetta Corps Commander Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor were present during the army chief’s visit.
The ISPR statement said that Gen Munir was briefed on the prevailing security situation in the province, the formation’s operational preparedness for the security of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and efforts for ensuring a peaceful and secure environment.
During the meeting, the army chief appreciated the efforts of all ranks and urged them to continue working with professional commitment for the good of the people of Balochistan, the military’s media wing said.
“While interacting with troops, the COAS emphasized that a handful of misguided elements cannot shake the resolve of the people of Balochistan and the Armed Forces [are] committed to ensuring peace and prosperity,” the ISPR quoted Gen Munir as saying.
He also laid particular emphasis on the socio-economic development of the area and announced welfare projects related to education, installation of solar systems, fisheries, water, health, sports, and livelihood in the province.
