Pakistan: Asim Munir visits Pakistani troops at Indian border, reveals 'zero tolerance' policy

Lahore: Pakistan Army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, visited several areas near the India-Pakistan border on Thursday. During his visit, Munir met Pakistan Army officers, observed drone operations, and addressed the troops. 

What did the Pakistan Army say?

The Pakistan Army has issued a statement providing details of Munir's visit. According to the statement, Munir visited the Lahore garrison where he was briefed on the operational readiness of the troops, training standards, and key initiatives to enhance combat capabilities.

A video of Asim Munir's visit is also circulating on social media. In the video, he is seen sitting with military officers who are briefing him on something. He is then seen observing soldiers operating drones.

What is the effect Munir's visits to India-Pakistan border?

It is noteworthy that tensions between India and Pakistan have been high since the Pahalgam attack. Amidst these heightened tensions, Asim Munir's visits to border areas have increased. The Indian Army and security forces are keeping a close watch on all activities. The Pakistan Army's media wing, ISPR, provided information about Munir's visit in a statement.

In its statement, the ISPR said that the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, stated on Thursday that the army adheres to a policy of zero tolerance towards any threat to national security.

The Pakistan Army stated that while addressing the officers, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of Army Staff (CJCSC and COAS) emphasized the Pakistan Army's policy of zero tolerance towards any threat to national security and reaffirmed its unwavering resolve to confront multifaceted challenges.

What was the message to the troops?

Reiterating the Pakistan Army's core mission, Munir said that the Pakistan armed forces are firmly committed to defending the country's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and internal stability, while also promoting a culture of excellence, discipline, and selfless national service.