Upon arrival, the COAS laid wreath at Martyrs Monument, said a press release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).

Major General Abid Rafiq was installed as first colonel commandant of SSG.

Later, talking to the guests including serving and retired officers and men of SSG, the COAS hailed their unmatched contributions, especially during counter terrorism operations.

He said that SSG of Pakistan Army was the best special force of the world and they had proved it through professional performance and great sacrifices of their sweat and blood.