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General Raheel Sharif, Chief of Army Staff visited Kalam Festival on the concluding day today. He appreciated people of Swat for playing a vital role in support of Security forces in revival of peace in the area and bringing festivals and tourism back to the valley. COAS said that dark-age of terrorism prevailed in Malakand Division till a few years back and it had become impossible to hold such functions in Swat. But sacrifices and firm commitment of the valiant soldiers of Pakistan Army, civil forces and the local people has eliminated terrorism from Malakand Division. Expressing the hope that tourism will flourish in the beautiful land of Swat, COAS assured that Army will always stand by people of Swat and help build capacity of civilian institutions. He reiterated that terrorists will not be allowed to return to these areas and disrupt peace and stability of Swat. COAS appreciated the organizers for arranging such an excellent event.
COAS at Swat festival on final day . Proceedings started with National anthem .
COAS at Swat festival on final day . Proceedings started with National anthem .