The federal government on Tuesday elevated Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Asim Munir as Field Marshal.
The decision was taken in the federal cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
The government also decided to extend the service of Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu upon the completion of his term.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the entire Pakistani nation on the remarkable success of Operation Bunyan-un-Mursoos during the Marka-e-Haq (Battle for Truth) and for thwarting the enemy’s nefarious designs.
The government, recognising the brilliant strategy and courageous leadership during the Operation Bunyan-un-Mursoos that ensured national security and dealt a decisive blow to the enemy, has approved the promotion of General Syed Asim Munir (Nishan-e-Imtiaz Military) to the rank of Field Marshal.
During the cabinet meeting, it was noted that Pakistan recently went through one of the most challenging periods in its history. On the night of May 6 and 7, 2025, India launched an unprovoked and unjustified war against Pakistan.
The federal cabinet condemned India’s targeting of innocent civilians, including women and children, and its blatant attempt to violate Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The cabinet acknowledged that the army chief demonstrated exemplary courage and resolve in leading the Pakistan Army and effectively coordinating the military’s war strategy and operations.
In recognition of his outstanding military leadership, bravery, and bold defence of the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, the cabinet unanimously approved the prime minister’s proposal to promote him to the rank of Field Marshal.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also met President Asif Ali Zardari to take him into confidence regarding the decision.
Furthermore, the cabinet decided that officers and soldiers of the Pakistan Armed Forces, as well as civilians from various sectors who rendered valuable services during Operation Bunyan-un-Mursoos will be honoured with top state awards in recognition of their contributions.
