Rawalpindi: Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir hosted a reception in Rawalpindi in honour of Pakistan Army veterans on the occasion of Independence Day. A large number of retired officers and soldiers attended the reception.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Chief of Defense Forces paid rich tribute to the invaluable contributions and lifelong services of veterans in the defence of the country and acknowledged their enduring role in strengthening national resilience. He underscored that the experience, guidance, and continued engagement of veterans remain a valuable institutional asset, particularly for navigating an increasingly complex and evolving security environment.

The veterans expressed their confidence in the leadership of Pakistan Army and reaffirmed their continued support to the Armed Forces in confronting emerging security challenges. They also pledged to continue contributing towards national unity, peace, stability, and prosperity.