RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir visited troops in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Orakzai district on Friday, who had participated in the recently conducted counter-terrorism actions in Tirah Valley and surroundings.
During his visit, the COAS was given a comprehensive briefing on overall security situation, ongoing Intelligence Based counter-terrorism actions and multi-prong measures being undertaken to ensure stability in merged districts, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
In his interaction with officers and troops, the COAS appreciated their high morale and readiness to give effective response against all types of threat.
The COAS reiterated the resolve to comprehensively defeat hostile terrorist nexus and eliminate activities in illegal spectrum.
Paying rich tribute to Shuhada and Ghazis of Army, and LEAs, the COAS said that the hard earned peace achieved with nation’s great sacrifice would be maintained at all costs. He said that sacrifice of our martyrs strengthen our resolve to fight with utmost dedication and spirit of sacrifice.
The army chief lauded the contributions being made by the police and law enforcement agencies (LEAs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
“Pakisan army will continue to provide all out support to KPK Police and other LEAs in enabling them to perform their duties in newly merged districts,” the COAS said emphasising the need of continued capacity building of LEAs.
The COAS also appreciated the support of local population in assisting security forces, noting that their positive role is essential in sustaining peace in the area.
Earlier upon arrival, the COAS laid the wreath at Yadgar e Shuhada and was received by the Corps Commander Peshawar.
 General Syed Asim Munir visited troops in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Orakzai district on Friday, who had participated in the recently conducted counter-terrorism actions in Tirah Valley and surroundings.){kind=link}