The CoAS, while paying rich tributes to the resilience and sacrifices of the people of FATA and KPK, said "With unflinching resolve and courage, our proud tribesmen of FATA and people of KPK stood up to atrocities of the terrorists, pushed them back and marginalized them in society," which deserves highest of accolades.
He said that after successfully evicting terrorists form their sanctuaries and restoring the writ of state, we are in the most difficult phase of the operation; physically rebuilding the war-damaged areas, resettling of IDPs and eventually establishing an administrative system that focuses on the needs and aspirations of people. "Together, Insha'Allah, with our tribal brethren we shall ensure that terrorists and their facilitators are never allowed to return to these areas," the CoAS emphasised.
He vowed to ensure a timely and dignified return of TDPs to resettle them in their respective homes. He reiterated his commitment - to the tribal brethren - to rebuild the area and revive entire socio-economic infrastructure. He asked on all concerned to expedite the resettlement process and meet time lines by removing impediments which are causing a delay in timely completion of the work.
The Governor and Chief Minister KPK appreciated the whole-hearted support of Pakistan Army and reiterated the resolve of FATA and the provincial government to rid the province of terrorism and extremism and pave way for development and well being of the people.