Pakistan Army - Men at their Best

The story of the advancement of Pakistan Army is the tale of the birth of Pakistan, since its inception from the freckled nucleus of a regal legacy to its present status of an avant-garde and combat-tested field Army; it is an epoch of development which leaves behind its trials and tribulations, calamities and conflicts, as it struggled, with scarcity of possessions to embark on its shaping years. This is, conceivably, the enormous paradigm amongst few armies in history to have faced a war right at its setting up and, in the subsequent years, besides guarding the geographical precincts, it is always prepared to protect the ideological boundaries of the country.

Pakistan Navy - A Silent Force to Reckon with

The birth of Royal Pakistan Navy came with the creation of Pakistan on the historic day of 14 August 1947. Like other navies of the commonwealth, Pakistan’s Navy also had the prefix “Royal” until the country was proclaimed a republic in 1956. At 0800 on 14 August 1947, the flag of Rear Admiral J W Jefford, Flag Officer Commanding Royal Pakistan Navy was hosted on his Flagship HMPS GODAVARI. The Admiral’s first signal addressed to the officers and men of the RPN was flashed to all ships and shore establishments.

Pakistan Air Force - A symbol of pride for the nation

PAF was born on 14th of August 1947, with the independence of Pakistan. The growth of PAF is a story of unusual struggle and sacrifice. A tiny auxiliary Service, with a small number of personnel and insignificant equipment, emerging as a powerful weapon of the country’s defence, was a thrilling phenomenon. The dedication of its pioneers shaped the future of a force, destined to gain respect, after proving its worth in the wars of 1965 and 1971, where it outclassed a much larger enemy, India. The story of PAF is a tale of development, despite heavy odds and limitations. It is the narration of a nation’s desire, for preserving its freedom, through the use of technology and willpower, working side by side.

Showing posts with label Balochistan. Show all posts
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Saturday, August 13, 2011

COAS Gen. Kayani inaugurates Musakhel Minerals Development Project in Zhob

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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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Monday, August 1, 2011

Kayani inaugurates Institute of Medical Sciences, Garrison Sports Complex

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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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