- Zarb-e-Azb laid strong foundation for peace and progress of Pakistan: COAS
LAHORE, November 18: Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Raheel Sharif on Friday said that, “Operation Zarb-e-Azb has laid a strong foundation for peace and progress of the country.”
He made these remarks during his visit to the Government College University (GCU) Lahore, his alma mater and interacted with the students and faculty members, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
To revive his old memories, he visited various sections of the premier institute especially those parts where he had spent his days as a student, the ISPR stated.
While paying rich tributes to both the faculty and management of the University for their role towards grooming and honing our youth, the COAS said, “The GCU has always played a pivotal role in producing a stream of scholars, scientists, artists and intellectuals of international acclaim, who have contributed immensely in their respective domain.” The COAS emphasised on the youth to always focus on 3Cs (Character, Courage and Competence) and strive for honour and dignity through hardwork and faith in Allah. “You can play an important role towards taking Pakistan to new heights,” the COAS said while interacting with the students.The COAS while expressing his optimism of a brighter future of the country said that, “Pakistanis are a great nation and our human resource is our real asset.” DNA
