Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited Chamb Sector along Line of Control (LoC), where he was briefed about latest situation after ceasefire violations by Indian troops, ISPR reported on Wednesday.

According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), “COAS visited forward areas at Chamb Sector along LoC. He was briefed on latest operational situation including Indian CFVs deliberately targeting local residents living near LoC.”

The military’s media wing stated that the Military chief while interacting with officers and men appreciated troops for a continued vigil and remarkable operational preparedness.

He emphasised upon troops to extend all-out support to local population affected by unprovoked Indian ceasefire violations.

“Remain steadfast, discharge your duties with utmost sincerity and devotion”, the COAS Bajwa was quoted as saying by the ISPR.

It is pertinent to mention here that this year, India has committed 2,341 ceasefire violations to date, resulting in the martyrdom of 18 people and serious injuries to 188 innocent civilians, according to FO Spokesperson Zahid Hafiz Chaudhry.