Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa witnessed military exercise dubbed as "Victory Shield 'of Gujranwala Corps Troops at Chanoki near Chawinda, Sialkot on Friday.

According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Army Chief was briefed on objectives, planning parameters and conduct modalities of the exercise which is aimed at enhancing operational preparedness of the troops.

The Army Chief expressed satisfaction over training standards and professional competence of the troops.

Addressing the participating troops, COAS stressed upon realistic and strenuous training in the field.

Such exercises help bolster troops’ confidence, enhance cohesiveness / synergy and optimise their combat potential, the Army Chief remarked.