Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has assured that all religious sites affected during floods, including Durbar Sahib Kartarpur, will be completely revived to their original condition at priority.
He gave this assurance, while interacting with the affected Sikh Community during his visit to the flood affected areas of Punjab including Sialkot, Shakargarh, Narowal and Kartarpur.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir reiterated that it is the responsibility of the state and its institutions to protect the minorities and their religious sites and the state of Pakistan will leave no stone unturned to uphold its responsibility towards the minorities.
The Sikh Community welcomed the arrival of the Field Marshal with warmth at the flood affected areas of Sialkot Sector. The Sikh Community thanked the Army Chief for the services being extended by the civil administration and the Army during the calamity.
The Army Chief also undertook the aerial flyover of Durbar Sahib Kartarpur.
The visit was aimed to review the flood situation and the ongoing rescue and relief efforts.
He was given a comprehensive briefing on the prevailing situation and the preparations for the next spell of rains.
The Army Chief appreciated the troops and the civil administration for their coordinated and untiring efforts in rescuing and providing relief to the masses in affected areas.
During interaction with representatives of civil administration, he appreciated the proactive response which helped minimize the loss of lives and property.
While interacting with troops, Syed Asim Munir commended their high morale, operational readiness, and commitment for serving the nation. He appreciated their services for the people during rescue and relief operations under challenging circumstances.
Upon his arrival, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir was received by Corps Commander Gujranwala.
