Operation to continue till peace restored in Karachi: COAS

KARACHI: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa said on Sunday that peace in Karachi is vital for stability in Pakistan and the operation will continue till complete restoration of peace in the city.

The army chief said this during his visit to the Karachi Corps headquarters, the ISPR said. He was briefed on the security situation in Karachi, progress of Operation Raddul Fassad and support to census in Sindh. 

The COAS appreciated the efforts of Pakistan Army and Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) for their contributions towards successful execution of assignments. He also appreciated efforts of intelligence agencies and security forces in winning back dissident/sub nationalist elements into the national mainstream through positive engagement. 

General Bajwa reiterated that efforts will continue till restoration of complete normalcy in Karachi and the province. Earlier, the COAS was received by Commander Karachi Corps Lieutenant General Shahid Baig Mirza. The DG Rangers Sindh was also present.