ARMY AS AN IMPORTANT PILLAR OF STATE

 ARMY AS AN IMPORTANT PILLAR OF STATE

  In the name of Allah the all compassionate the most in merciful.

      An institution bearing a multidimensional role, no doubt supports the edifice of the state. May it be external aggression or internal crisis, the one which is always there to counter it we name it "The Army". A stronger defence of the country determines solidarity and ensures integrity of the nation .The role of army is of paramount importance in this regard. An impregnable defence can only be guaranteed if there exists an undefeatable army. Characterized by devotion, commitment, competence, sacrifice and selflessness, army is always ready to tackle all sorts of challenges, and above all 'discipline' stands the hallmark of this prestigious institution. Besides safeguarding the frontiers, army plays pivotal role in overcoming internal crisis. Nations have won battles on the basis of better armies. Striking the army of a country is like attacking the backbone of the system paralyzing it to an extent that it is forced to succumb to its injuries. Devoted and professional armies always prove to be a source of inspiration for the entire nation. It is the institution that provides ground for the nourishment and improvement of the rest of the institutions to flourish. The state of preparedness and readiness marks this pillar of the state supreme, distinguishing it from the rest. Keeping the cause of the state supreme, army is always ready to take on its missions in any type of weather, terrain and situation. Internal crisis within a country damages its very fabric, such issues are required to be sorted out at the earliest in order to eradicate the menace of this evil, and here again army comes with sheer excellence with a resolve to succeed. In the wake of natural calamities, in the outbreak of terrorist activities, in the spread of insurgencies, in the aid of civil power, in establishment of security and promotion of peace, again army comes to play. German’s conquered a vast area in the beginning of the Second World War due to its stronger army. The Muslims at the time of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), used to have an organized army. The Prophet (PBUH) himself participated in battles (Ghazvats) as leader of army. Emphasizing its importance Allah Almighty says in the Holy Quran," And make ready your strength to the utmost of your power including steeds of war to strike terror into the hearts of the enemies of Allah and your enemies and others besides them whom you know not but whom Allah does know and whatever you shall spend in the cause of Allah shall be repaid unto you and you shall not be treated unjustly." Army exercises the art of warfare, importance of warfare can never be denied Sun Tzu said, "The art of war is of vital importance to the state.” These are soldiers ready to sacrifice for the nation who say,” And if don’t come back tell them that we have sacrificed our today for their tomorrow. "Economic stability, defending the frontiers, relief operations and peace enforcement all are what army guarantees.

There is a dire need to devise concrete measures and focus our entire efforts to make this pillar stronger and stronger. Let us strive and make a resolve to make this pillar invincible, let us put our heart and soul to achieve this goal.

 I conclude on a thought provoking note, "The safety ,comfort and welfare of our country comes first always and every time, Then comes the safety ,comfort and welfare of our men, Your own safety ,comfort and welfare comes last always and every time."