RAWALPINDI, November 5, 2026: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), visited the Special Services Group (SSG) headquarters in Tarbela on Thursday, emphasising advanced training, indigenous capability development and operational preparedness to counter evolving security threats.
According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Field Marshal reviewed the SSG’s specialised training, operational readiness and capabilities for conducting special operations.
Upon his arrival at the headquarters, he was received by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) SSG.
During the visit, Field Marshal Asim Munir laid a floral wreath at the Shuhada Monument and offered Fateha, paying tribute to SSG personnel who sacrificed their lives in the defence of the country.
He was subsequently briefed on the formation’s specialised training programmes, operational preparedness and mission-oriented readiness.
The COAS & CDF also witnessed a display of modern specialised equipment and a demonstration highlighting the SSG’s combat proficiency, agility and precision in conducting special operations.
The demonstration showcased the formation’s operational skills and its ability to execute specialised missions.
Interacting with officers and troops, Field Marshal Asim Munir commended their professionalism, high morale and dedication to duty.
He stressed that continuous training, the development of indigenous capabilities and sustained operational preparedness were essential to maintaining an advantage against emerging security challenges.
The Field Marshal underscored the importance of adapting military capabilities to evolving threats while maintaining high standards of training and operational effectiveness.
The visit focused on assessing the SSG’s preparedness, specialised capabilities and training standards in the face of changing security requirements.