COAS directly reaches Karachi from KSA to oversee rescue op

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa Tuesday reached Karachi directly from KSA, said a statement issued by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).

COAS was flown over the city to oversee the impact of urban flooding due to the recent heavy spell of rains.

COAS was briefed about the latest situation of flooding and the Army’s complete support rendered to the civil administration in Karachi.

COAS appreciated the timely response of formations in aid of civil administration for rescue and relief efforts.

He directed Karachi Corps to ensure that all-out efforts and every single resource is utilised to bring comfort to the people.

Earlier on his arrival, COAS was received by Corps Commander Lieutenant General Muhammad Saeed.