Pak Army & Kashmir A bond of trust, inclusion and shared destiny |
THE recent Pakistan Army promotion board, elevating officers from Major to Lieutenant Colonel, has been widely appreciated across the country.
Yet in Azad Jammu & Kashmir, the joy carried deeper emotional resonance. District Bagh stood out, with seven Majors from the city and surrounding areas promoted to Lieutenant Colonel. It was not merely a formal announcement; it was a moment of collective pride. The region wore a festive look and hearts swelled with gratitude and celebration. For the people of AJK, these promotions were more than professional milestones — they were symbols of trust, reaffirming that Kashmiris are not on the margins of national institutions, but at their very heart. Azad Kashmir has a proud and historic tradition of military service. Almost every family in the region carries a legacy of uniform — fathers, sons and brothers who have stood guard along the Line of Control (LoC), participated in internal security operations or served in international peacekeeping missions under the United Nations flag. Their sacrifices are etched into the mountains and valleys of Kashmir. The recent promotions are a continuation of that noble tradition — a living testimony that the spirit of service runs deep in Kashmiri soil.
What makes this moment particularly meaningful is the message it sends to the youth of the region.........