Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ on Thursday visited Muzaffarabad to pay homage to the martyrs of the freedom struggle.
The COAS laid wreath at the Jammu and Kashmir Martyrs Monument and paid rich tributes to the Shuhada of Kashmir movement, acknowledging their enduring legacy of valour and selfless sacrifice, said a news release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).
Interacting with the notables and veterans, the COAS & CDF reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering political, moral, and diplomatic support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK).
He noted that Indian atrocities, unabated violations of human rights, and Hindutva-driven excesses have failed to suppress the legitimate struggle and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
“Reaffirming Pakistan’s steadfast support for the Kashmiri cause, the COAS stated that Kashmir would soon witness the dawn of freedom, in accordance with the will and destiny of the people of Kashmir,” the news release said.
He further emphasized that Pakistan would continue to highlight the Kashmir issue at all relevant international forums, in complete solidarity with our Kashmiri brothers and sisters, until a just resolution of the dispute is achieved according to the United Nations Security Council resolutions.
The COAS commended the unwavering dedication, high morale, professional excellence, and combat readiness of the officers and soldiers deployed in Kashmir despite challenging operational conditions. He emphasized the imperative of maintaining peak operational preparedness, vigilance, and seamless synergy across all domains to effectively deter and decisively respond to any hostile provocation.
The COAS also visited a forward post, where he interacted with troops deployed on the frontlines. During the visit, he reiterated that any act of aggression would be instantaneously met with a swift and befitting response. He underscored that the Armed Forces remain fully prepared to counter both conventional and hybrid threats in an evolving security environment. Earlier upon arrival, the COAS was received by the Commander Rawalpindi Corps.