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| RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has underscored the need for good governance. |
Pakistan's Army Chief Champions Good Governance during Historic Turbat Visit
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has underscored the need for good governance, infrastructure development, and the importance of inclusive, people-centric progress, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Saturday.
When Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir set foot in Turbat—a city in the often overlooked southern reaches of Balochistan—he brought more than just military authority. He brought a message: good governance, infrastructure development, and inclusive progress must guide the road to stability. After more than a decade since such high-level military visits to Turbat, this wasn’t just a symbolic trip—it was a pivotal moment in bridging civil-military efforts on the ground.
The army’s media wing, ISPR, shared details: Munir received a comprehensive briefing on security threats, especially persistent ones like Fitna al-Hindustan, and toured development sites poised to uplift the province’s socio-economic landscape. In discussions with Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti and other civil officials, he didn’t drone on with platitudes. Instead, he drove home that infrastructure and governance should put people at the center—not geopolitics. In plain terms: Balochistan’s peace depends on follow-through with real, tangible improvements. The News International,The Express Tribune,Business Recorder,Aaj English TV
Yet this wasn’t only about blueprints or military strategies. Munir’s words echoed with empathy: the army stands shoulder to shoulder with the people of Balochistan, he affirmed. This wasn’t empty reassurance. Recent data underscores why action matters now: between January and June, Balochistan recorded 501 terror incidents, 257 civilian deaths, and 133 security personnel martyred. It’s a sobering backdrop to peace efforts. The News International
Building Trust through Civil-Military Synergy
For too long, Balochistan felt isolated—geographically, politically, and economically. Turbat, despite its strategic position, was often bypassed. Munir’s visit signaled change. It wasn’t just about defense; it was about governance, connectivity, and inclusion.
He emphasized the importance of joint civil-military efforts: a coordinated approach is not optional—it’s essential. When the army reassures the people that they're committed to development efforts, it builds a foundation of trust. As Munir said, peace, prosperity, and lasting progress go hand in hand. App.com.pkDawn
Before this, economic outreach was largely top-down. Today, roads, schools, and livelihood initiatives are being eyed as tools of unity, not control. The Field Marshal’s presence becomes a catalyst for civil institutions and communities to step up, too. Daily Times.Business Recorder
Stabilization with Empathy: Beyond Military Briefing
After security briefings, Munir turned to his troops—not for orders, but for gratitude. He praised their morale, readiness, and their unwavering commitment to safeguarding sovereignty under tough conditions. It was a human moment in military leadership: recognizing that stability isn’t built by strategies alone but by the people making sacrifices. The Express Tribune.Dunya News
Surrounded by landscape where children play amidst mountains scarred by conflict, his words resonated: this is not an army-federal state dynamic, but a shared embrace of southern Balochistan’s future.
What the Turbat Visit Means for Balochistan—and Pakistan
This visit triggered something rare: hope woven with realism. Balochistan’s underdevelopment is deep-rooted—decades of insufficient infrastructure, low investment, and recurring unrest made it peripheral. Now, a military-backed call for good governance, people-centric progress, and inclusive development feels like a gentle turning of the tide.
Rebuilding must now involve real coordination—civil society entering dialogues, local leaders empowered, and institutions strengthened. Balochistan’s progress should no longer be an afterthought but a national priority. Business Recorder.Daily Times
Conclusion: Turbat’s Visit—A Step Toward Unity and Stability
Munir’s visit to Turbat may be over, but its ripples remain. South Balochistan deserves more than words—it needs roads to markets, hospitals in valleys, and officials who listen. The army chief’s words—highlighting governance, infrastructure, and cooperation—are a first brushstroke toward that vision.
If Balochistan is to flourish, it will be because civil institutions, military support, and local people build together. Field Marshal Munir’s presence brought attention; now follow-through will bring progress.