COAS lauds armed forces for helping people as rains wreak havoc.

RAWALPINDI -- As persistent rains wreak havoc in Pakistan, particularly in Sindh, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Monday appreciated the efforts of formations in relief operations to mitigate the challenges of people affected due to floods and heavy rainfall in the country, the military said in a statement.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief expressed these remarks during the 249th Corps Commanders' Conference held at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi.

The ISPR said that the forum took a comprehensive review of the security situation with a particular focus on the border and internal security. The COAS lauded successful ongoing counter-terrorism operations and paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifices of officers and men to ensure the security of borders and the safety of the masses.

The statement said that General Bajwa also appreciated the efforts of formations in relief operations to mitigate the challenges of people affected owing to floods and heavy downpours in the country.

The forum reaffirmed the resolve of the armed forces to extend complete support to civil administration in rescue and rehabilitation activities.

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