Lt Gen Tabbasum Habib has been appointed Director General of Joint Staff (DG JS) at the Joint Staff Headquarters (JS HQ) in Rawalpindi
Six Pakistan Army major generals promoted to lieutenant general rank. In a significant reshuffle within the Pakistan Army, six Major Generals have been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General and assigned new high-profile responsibilities.
The promotions reflect the army’s continued efforts to strengthen its leadership and operational capabilities at various strategic positions. The newly appointed Lieutenant Generals will assume vital roles that are crucial to the overall functioning of the Pakistan Army and the defense apparatus.
Among the promoted officers, Lt Gen Ahsan Gulrez has been appointed as the Corps Commander of Multan (Corps II), one of the most important operational commands in the country. This role will place him at the forefront of overseeing the military’s operational readiness in the region.
Lt Gen Arshad Naseem will take on the role of Surgeon General and Director General of Medical Services (Inter-Services) at the General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi. This position is pivotal in ensuring the health and medical preparedness of the armed forces across the country.
Lt Gen Amir Najam, another key figure, has been named President of the National Defence University (NDU) in Islamabad. NDU plays a critical role in shaping future leaders of the military through its advanced educational programs.
Lt Gen Tabbasum Habib has been appointed Director General of Joint Staff (DG JS) at the Joint Staff Headquarters (JS HQ) in Rawalpindi. As DG JS, he will oversee joint military operations and coordination between the army, navy, and air force.
Lt Gen Hassan Khattak has been posted as Quarter Master General (QMG) at GHQ, where he will be responsible for the logistics and supply chain management for the army’s operations, a crucial role in maintaining the force’s operational efficiency.
Lastly, Lt Gen Azhar Waqas will assume the important position of Adjutant General (AG) at GHQ, Rawalpindi. The Adjutant General is responsible for managing personnel and administrative affairs, including coordination with various military units and ensuring the smooth functioning of army operations.
These appointments and promotions are part of a regular restructuring process aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the Pakistan Army, ensuring strategic defense preparedness, and optimizing organizational effectiveness across the board. The officers’ vast experience and expertise are expected to significantly contribute to the nation’s defense strategies in their respective roles.
The reshuffle comes at a time of growing security challenges in the region, underscoring the importance of a well-coordinated, highly skilled military leadership team.
