Operation Koh-e-Sufaid successfully concludes - COAS vists Kurram Agency

August 18th, 2011:
Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited Kurram Agency today. His visit was in the backdrop of successful culmination of Operation Koh-e-Sufaid. The operation was launched under strong demand of local population and political administration of the area, against terrorists and miscreants involved in suicide bombings, sectarian killing, kidnapping for ransom and other extortions.

Clearance of Central Kurram will ensure opening of road Thal-Parachinar, and help to create conditions for implementation of Murree Accord for long term peace in the Agency.

COAS also interacted with the troops at Mandan and Manato who displayed firm resolve and rendered supreme sacrifices to end the reign of terror in the area. He also lauded the efforts of Political Administration for efficiently managing around thirteen thousand displaced families.

Earlier on arrival at Kohat COAS was received by Corps Commander Lieutenant General Asif Yasin Malik.

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Guard mounting ceremony held at Quaid's mausoleum

August 14th, 2011: A change of guard ceremony was held at the Mazar-e-Quaid on Sunday on the occasion of Independence Day of Pakistan where a contingent of cadets from the Pakistan Naval Academy took over guard duties at the mausoleum.

The cadets of Pakistan Navy assumed the guard duties in a ceremony held at the mausoleum of the Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah on 65th Independence day of the country.

Chief guest of the ceremony Commodore Muhammad Abid Awan, inspected the guard of honour and laid a floral wreath and offered fateha at the Mazar-e-Quaid.

Earlier, a smart contingent of Pakistan Navy presented guard of honor to the father of Nation, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah to pay him homage on 65th Independence day of the country.

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Azadi Parade 2011 held at Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul

August 14th, 2011: Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Gen. Ashfaq Parvez Kayani said that he had no doubt that with the national resilience, abundance of resources and the huge reservoir of highly talented youth, the nation will overcome all the difficulties. Addressing the participants of Azadi Parade and Flag Hoisting Ceremony held to mark anniversary of ‘Independence Day’ here at Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) on late Saturday, he said today, challenges being faced by nation were far greater and complex than ever before. “We have to put Pakistan firmly on the path to prosperity”.

He said that 14th August 1947 was a historic day for the Muslims of the Subcontinent. This day is testimony to the indomitable will of the Muslims to establish a separate homeland under the inspiring leadership of Quaid-i-AzamMuhammad Ali Jinnah.

“Let us, on this day, humbly thank Allah Almighty. Let us pray together that He gives us strength and wisdom to preserve and protect the ideology, solidarity, integrity and a bright future for Pakistan”, he added.

Gen. Ashfaq Parvez Kayani said, “we must stay committed to the ideals of Pakistan and remain ever ready to protect our motherland. I have no doubt that the challenges we face today, will only strengthen our resolve”.
He said the basis of our existence is the “Ideology of Pakistan”.
Therefore, each one of us must endeavour to pass it on to our future generations.
He expressed his firm belief that by following the golden principles of Islam, the nation will progress and win a respectable place in the comity of nations.
“We should never forget that Islam is the religion of peace. This great religion is the bond that binds us together and not a force that divides us”, he added.
Gen. Kayani said that for past 64 years, the Armed Forces of Pakistan have performed their sacred duty to defend Pakistan.
“Our officers and soldiers have displayed great courage, determination and professional excellence in discharging their duties. The rank and file of Pakistan Army draw strength from the contributions of Pakistan Air Force, Navy,civilian law enforcement agencies and especially the people of Pakistan.
“We could not have achieved this success without the resolve, commitment and perseverance displayed by the people of Pakistan”, he added.
Acknowledging the sacrifices of brave soldiers and citizens, he paid tribute to their families.
Their sacrifices, undoubtedly, underscore the nation’s ability and commitment to deal with any threat to the integrity, sovereignty and well being of Pakistan, he added.
He said that Azadi Parade by Pakistan Army has become a landmark event on the national calendar, which further strengthens our bondage with our beloved motherland.
This parade reminds the nation of the sacrifices that made the dream of Pakistan a possibility and also gives us a chance to renew the pledge of our commitment to Pakistan.
Earlier, when Gen. Kayani arrived at the saluting dais, the parade presented the General Salute. The COAS moved down the dais and hoisted the national flag at midnight.
After the march past, school children presented national songs, which were followed by fireworks display.

COAS SPEECH

AZADI PARADE – 2011

Distinguished Guests,

Ladies and Gentlemen!

1. Please accept my heartiest felicitations on 64^th anniversary of the Independence Day of Pakistan. I thank our distinguished guests for joining us tonight. Your presence has added to the grace and spirit of the Azadi Parade.

2. Azadi Parade by Pakistan Army has become a landmark event on our National Calendar, which further strengthens our bondage with our beloved motherland. This parade reminds us of the sacrifices that made the dream of Pakistan a possibility. It also gives us a chance to renew the pledge of our commitment to Pakistan.

Ladies and Gentlemen!

3. 14^th August 1947 was a historic day for the Muslims of the Subcontinent. This day is testimony to the indomitable will of the Muslims to establish a separate homeland under the inspiring leadership of Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

4. Let us, on this day, humbly thank Allah Almighty. Let us pray together that He gives us strength and wisdom to preserve and protect the ideology, solidarity, integrity and a bright future for Pakistan. We must stay committed to the ideals of Pakistan and remain ever ready to protect our motherland. I have no doubt that the challenges we face today, will only strengthen our resolve.

Ladies and Gentlemen!

5. The basis of our existence is the ‘Ideology of Pakistan’. Therefore, each one of us must endeavour to pass it on to our future generations. We have a firm belief that by following the golden principles of Islam, we shall progress and win a respectable place in the comity of nations. We should never forget that Islam is the religion of peace. This great religion is the bond that binds us together and not a force that divides us.

Ladies and Gentlemen!

6. For past Sixty Four years, the Armed Forces of Pakistan have performed their sacred duty to defend Pakistan. Our officers and soldiers have displayed great courage, determination and professional excellence in discharging their duties. The rank and file of Pakistan Army draw strength from the contributions of Pakistan Air Force, Navy, civilian law

enforcement agencies and especially the people of Pakistan. We could not have achieved this success without the resolve, commitment and perseverance displayed by the people of Pakistan.

7. Let us acknowledge and honour the sacrifices of our brave soldiers and citizens and pay tribute to their families. Their sacrifices, undoubtedly, underscore the nation’s ability and commitment to deal with any threat to the integrity, sovereignty and well being of Pakistan.

Ladies and Gentlemen!

8. Today, our challenges are far greater and complex than ever before. We have to put Pakistan firmly on the path to prosperity.

9. I have no doubt that given our National resilience, abundance of resources and above all the huge reservoir of highly talented youth; we will overcome all difficulties – We will INSHALLAH.

10. May Allah bless and protect our beloved motherland Pakistan.

　Thank You and Azadi Mubarak

Pakistan Army Zindabad

Pakistan Paindabad

Rehearsal of Azadi Parade 2011 at Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul:

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COAS Gen. Kayani inaugurates Musakhel Minerals Development Project in Zhob

August 12th, 2011: Chief of Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani inaugurated Musakhel Minerals Development Project in Zhob district of Balochistan province on Friday.Addressing on the occasion, he said that peace and unity were the key elements to take benefits of natural resources and added, the Musakhel Minerals Development project was a gift for the people of Balochistan on Independence Day. He informed that the project was completed in five months during which the geological survey of this area rather phase of lease agreement and mining were completed.

Gen. Kayani said all the tribes of Musakhel not only took keen interest in the project but also extended complete cooperation to FC and resolve their all difference through negotiations.

Congratulating the people, he said that according to initial estimates, there were two to five million tons of coal deposits besides marble and gypsum which could create employment opportunities for the locals for next 12 to 15 years.
The Army Chief said that initial survey for exploration of gas has been completed in Musakhel last month, adding, these natural resources would open doors for employment for thousands of people.
The large portion of the income to be generated through this project would be spent for welfare of people and foundation laying of a high school in Musakhel was its evidence.
He said this project would open avenues for the development of Musakhel district as well as the adjoining areas.
Gen Kayani said that Musakhel project was continuity of the efforts which Pakistan Army and the Frontier Corps (FC) were carrying out for the people of Balochistan in education, health and employment.

He referred to Sui Education City where Military College Sui has started its educational activities from April this year, Balochistan Institute of Technical Education where 4,480 students have completed their education, Gawadar Institute of Technical Education, Chamalong Education Programme and Garrison Sports Complex ad Medical College in Quetta.

The Army Chief said that 6,000 soldiers would be recruited in the Army from Balochistan province this year adding, this number would reach 12,000 in two years.
He said that development and progress of people could guarantee defence of the country and said Pak Army and FC would continue to assist people in development projects in Balochistan.

He also felicitated people of Loralai district and Tehsil Dukki who alongwith FC carried out an agreement of coal project which doubled the production of coal and helped maintain peace in the areas.

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Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed - Nishan-e-Haider

He was born in 1914 in Hoshiarpur. He was commissioned into the 16th Punjab Regiment in 1943. In August 1958, Major Tufail Muhammad, a Company Commander in the East Pakistan Rifles, and his patrol encircled an Indian post in the Lakshmirpur area. And, though mortally wounded in the hand-to-hand encounter that followed, Major Tufail Muhammad continued to lead his troops till the Indians were driven out, leaving four dead and three prisoners. He embraced martyrdom the same day i.e, 7 August 1958.

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Kayani inaugurates Institute of Medical Sciences, Garrison Sports Complex

August 1st, 2011: Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani inagurated Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences and Garrison Sports Complex on Monday terming it another landmark achievement which would usher in new era of development in the respective fields.About 500 students would be accommodated in the second medical college of the province established by the army for the youth of Balochistan. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony General Kayani said that in view of the need in the education sector, 80 percent quota has been earmarked for the youth of Balochistan.He emphasized that the Pakistan Army was extending full cooperation to the provincial government for the completion of the development schemes launched in Balochistan. Several projects have been launched such as health, education and sports to provide best facilities to the people of Balochistan, he said.

Strong Balochistan is a base of strong and invincible Pakistan. The patriotic people of Balochistan should foil the nefarious designs of anti peace elements that never cared for the solidarity of the country and always pursued their ulterior interests. Balochistan Minister for Sports and Culture Mir Shahnawaz Marri, Health Minister Ainullah Shams, Minister for Revenue Abdul Khaliq Achakzai, Education Minister Tahir Mehmood, Commander Southern Command Lieutenant General Javed Zia, tribal notables and civil and military official were also present.



The masses of Balochistan are patriotic Pakistanis and possess great attachment with their motherland, COAS said adding it is our combine responsibility to assist government and Army in their efforts to develop Balochistan and foil the nefarious designs of the people, who have nothing to do with the prosperity of the country.

In the field of education presently 23,322 students from Balochistan are studying in Army- run schools, over 4000 Baloch youth are getting benefit from Chamalang Beneficiary Education Programme, while over 1700 students have been taught technical education in BITE, he said.

He stressed that the Kasa marble project is the continuation of Pakistan Army’s endeavors for the development of Balochistan, adding in line with the Kasa Marble project, Mosakhail Coalmine project would also be launched before August 14 in Balochistan.

Balochistan Minister for Health Ainullah Shams lauded the efforts of Pakistan Army for the development of Balochistan. “Be it a catastrophe or development work Army has always assisted provincial government,” he added. He also extended his gratitude to Prime Minister Syed Yusaf Raza Gilani for his announcement of two medical colleges for Balochistan.

Earlier, Commander Southern Command Lieutenant General Javed Zia gave detailed briefing on the Garrison Sports Complex and Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences projects. COAS was also visited various sections of the sports complex and medical institute.

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