The visit began with Eid prayers, where special supplications were offered for national peace, stability, and prosperity, as well as in honour of martyrs who gave their lives for Pakistan’s defence.
Extending Eid greetings to officers and soldiers, the Army Chief praised their professional excellence, unwavering dedication, and resilience in the face of continued challenges. He said celebrating Eid on the frontline, away from loved ones, reflected their profound commitment to national service.
Gen Munir commended the formation’s role in recent operations, notably Marqa-e-Haq and Operation Bunyaanum Marsoos, and paid tribute to the martyrs and Ghazis.
“You have befittingly avenged the loss of innocent lives, including women and children, through your bold and effective response,” he remarked.
During his interaction, the cheif of army staff (COAS) acknowledged the troops’ high morale, operational preparedness, and vigilance in countering Indian ceasefire violations. He reiterated full confidence in the military’s capability to deter and defeat any aggression.
Addressing the broader regional context, Field Marshal Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s principled stance on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), vowing continued support for the Kashmiri people’s “just and valiant” struggle. He stressed the need for resolving the Kashmir dispute in accordance with the aspirations of the Kashmiri people and UN Security Council resolutions.
The COAS was received at the LoC by the Commander of Rawalpindi Corps upon arrival.