COAS applauds role of soldiers in counter-terrorism operations

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Jhelum/Kharian: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited Jhelum and Kharian Garrisons on Thursday.

He was given detailed briefing on operational preparedness at Headquarters Central Command.

The Army Chief visited Para Ranges at Jhelum and witnessed concluding session of Army Firing Competition.

A total of 667 Military and Civilian firers from across the country participated in four-week long event. Special feature of the event was participation of 86 war wounded officers and soldiers in the competition.

Appreciating their performance, the Army Chief desired that with more focused preparations, our teams should excel to represent Pakistan in international event.

Addressing the Garrison officers, Chief of the Army Staff appreciated officers for their contribution in Counter Terrorism operations as part of Operation Zarb-e-Azb.

He paid rich tributes to the martyrs and injured who sacrificed for the country. He said that Pakistan Army is a great institution.   He said its dignity and credibility shall be upheld through selfless performance of our role and duties.