CDF Munir celebrates Eid with troops in Balochistan, vows action against terrorism

Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited Zhob district in Balochistan on Wednesday to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha with frontline troops deployed along Pakistan’s western frontiers, the military’s media wing said.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the visit began with Eid prayers and special supplications for the country’s peace, stability and prosperity, as well as for the martyrs who sacrificed their lives in defence of the nation.

The army chief extended Eid greetings to officers and soldiers and praised their “exceptional grit, unwavering resolve, operational preparedness and steadfast vigilance” in the fight against militancy.

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He paid tribute to troops for their courage and sacrifices in safeguarding the country against terrorism and hostile threats.

Referring to the recent Quetta attack, Munir said the “cowardly terrorist incident” was orchestrated by “Indian-sponsored Fitna-al-Hindustan and its proxies,” adding that such acts could not weaken the resolve of Pakistan’s armed forces or the nation.

He said the morale of troops and the people of Pakistan remained unshaken and reiterated that the armed forces, in coordination with law enforcement agencies and the people of Balochistan, would continue pursuing “facilitators, abettors and perpetrators of terrorism with full force.”

Upon arrival, the field marshal was received by the Commander Quetta Corps.

He also laid a floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada and paid homage to soldiers who embraced martyrdom in defence of the country.