Nation proud of armed forces’ sacrifices in war on terror: Nisar
kharian — Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Friday said wars are not fought with weapons alone but passion and firm belief is a pre-requisite.
The minister, who visited National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) here to witness graduation ceremony of 9th National Integrated Counter Terrorism Course, said, “Our armed forces are dedicated and committed to the noble cause of defence of the motherland.”
In his speech, Nisar said war against terrorism is difficult but Pakistan has gained numerous achievements because of sincere efforts and sacrifices rendered by the army, civil armed forces, police and intelligence agencies. “We have to take forward these achievements,” he added.
Nisar said the peace, achieved through efforts of armed forces is an example for entire world, adding that the nation is proud of Pakistan armed forces and those who sacrificed their precious lives for the defence of motherland.
He said Pakistan was not only facing an external danger but also an internal threat from ‘hidden’ enemies who serve anti-Pakistan elements to create chaos in name of religion.
Nisar said, “We can never forget sacrifices of our martyrs who laid down their lives to bring peace in the country.”
The minister said Pakistan had come into existence in the name of Islam and no power can derail it from path of peace and progress.
He lauded professional capabilities of personnel who have completed their training and said they have been assigned a noble task of defending the motherland.
The personnel have a firm belief that they would perform their duties with passion and honesty, he added. —APP