Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, visited the Headquarters Special Services Group (SSG) in Tarbela on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
According to a news release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the COAS was received by the GOC SSG upon his arrival. During the visit, he laid a floral wreath at the Shuhada Monument and offered Fateha to honor SSG personnel who embraced martyrdom in defence of the motherland.
The COAS received a briefing regarding the specialized training of the SSG, as well as the unit's mission-oriented readiness and operational preparedness. He also viewed a display of state-of-the-art specialized equipment and watched a demonstration showcasing the SSG's precision, agility, and combat proficiency in executing special operations.
While interacting with the troops and officers, the COAS praised their high morale, professionalism, and unwavering devotion to duty. He stated that maintaining an edge over emerging challenges and evolving security threats requires an uncompromising focus on operational preparedness, indigenous capability development, and sustained training.
