Islamabad - Chief of Army Staff General AshfaqParvezKayani on Wednesdayvisited Skardu and forward locations at Minimerg and Domelsectors in Gilgit Baltistan. The COAS was briefed about the internal security of the region, in the aftermath of killings of 18 innocent citizens at HarbanNullah, Dassu on 28thFebruary. He directed the local commanders to extend full cooperation to the civil administration in maintenance of law and order.
Later, the COAS met troops deployed in sub-zero temperatures, at the highest mountainous region anywhere in the world. He commended their devotion and fortitude in braving the rough weather and performing duties in an area. The COAS was accompanied by Rawalpindi Corps Commander Lt General Khalid Nawaz.