RAWALPINDI (APP) - Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir on Monday visited the Line of Control (LOC) in the Haji Pir sector to celebrate Eidul Azha with the troops.
The COAS offered Eid prayers with the officers and soldiers at the frontline, praying for Pakistan’s peace and prosperity.
On the festive occasion, he paid respects to the sacrifices of the martyrs of Pakistan, an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release said.
Addressing the troops, the COAS commended their dedication, high morale, and commitment to defending the motherland.
“Pakistan has always supported peace and stability in the region; however, any provocation or violation of Pakistan’s territorial sovereignty will be met with a swift and resolute response, with the full support of the nation, InshaAllah,” the COAS said.
He said, “As soldiers, we take pride in celebrating such festivities away from our homes and loved ones while on duty, ensuring the security of our country and fellow citizens.”
Discussing the indigenous freedom struggle of the people in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), the COAS reiterated Pakistan’s principled stance, aligned with the relevant United Nations resolutions.
He condemned India’s ongoing oppression and brutalities against the Kashmiris, saying that post-election, India had been attempting to mask its aggression and victimization of the Kashmiri people with false propaganda and provocations against Pakistan.
Such tactics, including manufacturing false flag operations, had become a routine political tool of India, he added.
Earlier upon arrival at the LoC, the COAS was received by the Commander of Rawalpindi Corps.
PAK ARMY FOILING DESIGNS OF ENEMIES: PM
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said under the professional leadership of the top brass of Pakistan Armed Forces, Jawans had been foiling nefarious designs of enemies and terrorists.
The PM contacted the top leadership of Pakistan Armed Forces to greet them on Eidul Azha.
The prime minister conveyed Eid greetings to Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf and Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu.
The prime minister said that the entire nation, including him, paid tribute to the Jawans of the armed forces that were safeguarding the frontiers of the country.
SERVICES CHIEFS FELICITATE NATION ON EID
The Armed Forces of Pakistan, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and Services Chiefs extended their warm felicitations to all Pakistanis on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha.
According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release on Sunday, “This sacred event embodies the spirit of sacrifice for the greater good.
On this auspicious day, we are indebted to our martyrs and ghazis for the independence and peace which prevail in the country, and pay tribute to their ultimate sacrifices.”
It further said, “May Allah Almighty continue to bestow His blessings upon Pakistan and protect it from the nefarious designs of its adversaries, Ameen.”