Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited forward troops along Line of Control (LoC) on Wednesday.

The COAS was briefed about latest situation, Indian troops’ frequent Cease Fire Violations deliberately targeting innocent civilians along LoC and Pakistan Army’s response.

Appreciating operational preparedness and high morale of troops, COAS Qamar Bajwa lauded officers and men for continued vigilance and professionalism.

Bajwa said: “Blatant atrocities by Indian occupation forces on innocent Kashmiris & unethical targeting of civil population in AJ& K is unacceptable. Indian provocations are a threat to regional peace and stability.

“Indian Army shall always get befitting response to CFVs. Pakistan Army shall protect innocent civilians along LOC and defend honour, dignity & territorial integrity of motherland at all costs.”

The COAS also appreciated the formation for strict adherence to COVID protocols and proactive assistance to government of AJ&K in fighting coronavirus. Army will continue to support national effort against pandemic, the COAS concluded.

Rawalpindi Corps Commander Lieutenant General Azhar Abbas received the COAS at the LoC.