COAS Asim Munir Visits Kartarpur, Assures Full Restoration of Gurdwara Darbar Sahib

KARTARPUR, August 29, 2025 — Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir visited flood-hit areas of Punjab, including the Kartarpur Corridor, to personally review the situation and ongoing relief operations.

Key Highlights of the Visit

• Assessment of Damage: The visit focused on evaluating the destruction caused by the unprecedented floods, which also inundated Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur, one of the holiest sites for the Sikh community.
• Commitment to Minorities: Field Marshal Munir assured Sikh community members that all damaged religious sites, particularly the Gurdwara, would be fully restored as a top national priority.
• Aerial Survey: He conducted an aerial inspection of the Kartarpur Gurdwara to directly observe the scale of damage.
• Commendation of Relief Work: The Army Chief praised both Pakistan Army troops and civil administration for their joint rescue and relief efforts, emphasizing that Pakistan will not falter in its duty to protect its citizens, including minority communities and their sacred places.
• Warm Reception: The Sikh community expressed gratitude to the Pakistan Army and local authorities for their support during the crisis, welcoming the COAS with appreciation.

Pakistan’s Commitment

Speaking at Kartarpur, Field Marshal Munir highlighted that safeguarding the rights and heritage of minorities is a constitutional and moral responsibility. He reiterated that Pakistan stands united in ensuring that no religious site remains neglected in the aftermath of the floods.

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