- Naval Chief underlines that the induction of PNS TUGHRIL and Sea King helicopters would further augment PN’s combat capabilities
KARACHI, January 24:The Induction ceremony of PNS TUGHRIL, first of four Type 054-A/P, multi role frigates and 10 x Sea King helicopters was held at PN Dockyard, Karachi. Honourable President of Pakistan Dr. ArifAlvi graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Upon arrival, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazireceived the Chief Guest while a smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Navy presented him Guard of Honour.
The contract for four multi-role frigates (Type 054-A/P) for Pakistan Navy was signed between Pakistan and China in June 2018. PNS TUGHRIL, the lead ship of Type 054-A/P has been inducted into PN fleet alongwithSea King helicopters gifted by the state of Qatar.
During the welcome address, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi underlined that induction of PNS TUGHRIL and Sea King helicopters would further augment PN combat capabilities in safeguarding territorial integrity and maritime interests of Pakistan. The Naval Chief also elaborated the role of Pakistan Navy in promoting peace and stability in the region through various maritime initiatives.
The Chief Guest commended the induction of state of the art ship PNS TUGHRIL and Sea King Helicopters in PN Fleet. He expressed satisfaction and confidence that potent and highly capable Pakistan Navy Fleet and its air arm will continue promoting peace and stability in line with Government’s policy while devotedly guarding our maritime frontiers. The President of Pakistan stressed the need of well equipped Fleet with surface, air and sub-surface platforms to safeguard sea frontiers under the challenging security environment. The Chief Guest underscored that Pakistan is a land of peace and urges security and stability in the region. During his address, honourable President congratulated all those involved in the Frigate and Sea King Helicopter Projects. – PR
