COAS lauds operational training standard, high morale of troops

RAWALPINDI (92 News) – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited the exercise area near Jhelum on Friday. According to a press release issued by the ISPR, COAS witnessed exercise of a Brigade in Line of Control (LOC) environment. The exercise was aimed at stimulating battlefield conditions to train the troops in a realistic environment. Fire of various weapon systems, including tanks, anti-tank weapons, multiple calibre artillery guns and PAF fighter jets, was part of the exercise. The COAS appreciated the operational training standard and high morale of troops. Talking to officers and men, COAS General Qamar Javed Bajwa said that Pakistan Army is fully invested in peace and stability of the region. “However, we are ready and resolute in defending the motherland against any misadventure.” The COAS exhorted troops to focus on training and professional pursuits as the strenuous training and highest standard of preparedness is the hallmark to deter any belligerence. The Commander Rawalpindi Corps was also present.