COAS expresses satisfaction over combat readiness of armed forces

Last updated on: 02 June,2021 10:54 pm

The Army Chief was briefed about conduct modalities of a Corps level exercise 'Taskheer-e-Jabal'.

RAWALPINDI (Dunya News) – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday said that rigorous training and continued practice of operational drills are imperative for effective response to wide ranging threats.

According to a statement issued by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), this was stated by the Army Chief during his visit to field training area near Kotli on Wednesday.

Appreciating dedication and professionalism of participating troops, the COAS expressed satisfaction over combat readiness of the formation.

The Army Chief was briefed about conduct modalities of a Corps level exercise  Taskheer-e-Jabal .

The exercise is aimed at enhancing operational preparedness of formations, encompassing defensive and offensive tasks during various contingencies within an operational cycle.

The troops and units participating in exercise will rehearse various defensive and offensive manoeuvres in the mountainous terrain.

Earlier on arrival, the COAS was received by Corps Commander Lieutenant General Azhar Abbas.

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