Tilla Field Firing Ranges – May 2, 2025
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir reaffirmed that any military misadventure by India would be met with a swift, resolute, and elevated response from Pakistan’s Armed Forces.
While addressing troops during his visit to witness Exercise Hammer Strike—a high-intensity field training drill by Mangla Strike Corps—General Munir emphasized Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
“While we are committed to regional peace, our preparedness and resolve to safeguard national interests is absolute,” said the COAS.
The exercise aimed to validate combat readiness, battlefield synergy, and the operational integration of advanced weapon systems in near-battlefield conditions. It featured:
Multirole fighter aircraft
Combat aviation assets
Long-range precision artillery
Advanced field engineering techniques
Troops from all arms demonstrated exceptional tactical coordination, agility, and combat effectiveness. The exercise also highlighted the Pakistan Army’s ongoing integration of emerging and niche technologies to enhance both kinetic and non-kinetic warfare capabilities.
General Munir praised the high morale and professionalism of the troops, calling them a true embodiment of the Pakistan Army’s operational excellence.
Senior military leadership, formation commanders, and dignitaries from various services attended the event.
