Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir has called for expediting the development of infrastructure to protect the public from frequent floods, stressing that the state cannot afford the loss of precious lives and properties every year.
In a visit to Kasur and the flood relief camp at Jalalpur Pirwala in Multan Division to review the flood situation and ongoing relief efforts, he stressed the significance of coordinated civil-military efforts in addressing the challenges faced by flood-affected communities. He also reaffirmed the Pakistan Army’s unwavering commitment to supporting all initiatives aimed at public welfare, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Saturday.
During his visit, the Army chief received a detailed briefing on the ground situation, including details of the rescue and relief operations underway in flood-affected areas. Interacting with the civil administration, he underlined the importance of good governance and inclusive, people-centric progress. Meeting with flood affected people evacuated from inundated lands, he assured them of continued support in their resettlement and rehabilitation.
The military’s media wing said the flood affected had expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the Pakistan Army for timely assistance at a critical juncture.
Field Marshal Munir also met with troops, Rescue 1122 personnel, and police officials engaged in relief operations. He lauded their high morale, operational readiness, and steadfast dedication to serving the nation under extremely challenging circumstances. He commended their round-the-clock efforts, carried out in close coordination with civil administration, to provide timely relief and assistance to the people.
The COAS also conducted an aerial reconnaissance of flood-affected areas along the Lahore-Kasur and Multan-Jalalpur Pirwala axes to assess the scale of damage and ongoing relief efforts.
The ISPR said the visit to the flood affected areas focused on enhancing synergy between the civil administration and the military to ensure effective assistance for the affected population. The Punjab chief secretary and other senior officials of the civil administration were also present at the occasion.
Earlier, upon his arrival, the Corps Commanders of Lahore and Multan Corps received the field marshal.