Balochistan is Pakistan's future, says COAS Bajwa

• The COAS was briefed on security situation, operational preparedness of the formation, and border management including fencing along Pak-Afghan and Pak-Iran Borders.
• Army chief appreciated the formation for arrangements and facilities established as per health SOPs and guidelines.

(Karachi) Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has said that Balochistan is the future of Pakistan and it is our duty to fully assist its government and the people towards a peaceful and prosperous Balochistan.

He said this during his visit to Quetta on Wednesday, a statement issued by ISPR stated.

The COAS visited the HQ Southern Command where he was briefed in detail on the security situation, operational preparedness of the formation, and border management including fencing along Pak-Afghan and Pak-Iran Borders.

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General Bajwa was apprised about the formation’s assistance to civil administration in fighting the pandemic and continued measures for socio-economic uplift of the area.

During a visit to Garrison Quarantine Facility, the army chief appreciated the formation for arrangements and facilities established as per health SOPs and guidelines. While interacting with officers and men, COAS lauded their dedication and professionalism.

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The COAS directed all commanders to reach out to people in far-flung areas of Balochistan to help mitigate challenges faced by masses due to COVID.

Earlier, on arrival in Quetta, Bajwa was received by Commander Southern Command Lieutenant General Muhammad Waseem Ashraf.