RAWALPINDI: Chief of the Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Sunday visited the Karachi Corps headquarters, where he was briefed on the security situation in the city, progress of operation Raddul Fasaad and support to census in Sindh.

The COAS praised the army and Rangers for their contributions towards successful execution of these assignments, according to a press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

The army chief said that peace in Karachi was vital for stability in the country. He also appreciated efforts of intelligence agencies and security forces in winning back dissident/sub-nationalist elements into national mainstream through positive engagement.

The COAS reiterated that efforts would continue till restoration of complete normalcy to Karachi and the province.

Earlier, Gen Bajwa was received by Karachi Corps Commander Lt Gen Shahid Baig Mirza. The director general of Rangers, Sindh, was also present.

Published in Dawn, May 8th, 2017