Jhelum:Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has highlighted the critical importance of small arms proficiency as a fundamental element of basic military training. He made this statement during the closing ceremony of the 46th Pakistan Army Rifle Association Central Meet held at the Army Marksmanship Unit in Jhelum, where he served as the chief guest.
According to Radio Pakistan, the Field Marshal praised the participants for their outstanding marksmanship and precision, underscoring that shooting proficiency is a defining trait of a professional soldier. The event, which spanned from 7 October to 11 November 2026, saw participation from over fifteen hundred firers representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Civil Armed Forces, including Rangers, Gilgit Baltistan Scouts, and participants from several regional associations and civilian groups.
The Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf attended the ceremony as the Guest of Honour. Both Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Admiral Naveed Ashraf distributed trophies and medals to the winners and runners-up across various categories. The Pakistan Army emerged victorious in the fourth Inter Services Combat Shooting Championship, and its Army Marksmanship Unit clinched the Prime Minister's 'Skills at Arms' Big Bore National Challenge Match. The prestigious 'The Master at Arms' Trophy, known as the Doli Cup, was awarded to Havildar Fazal Rehman of the Punjab Regiment, which also secured victories in the Unit Firing Proficiency Match and Infantry Squad Match.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir was welcomed upon arrival by the Inspector General Training and Evaluation and the Commander of Rawalpindi Corps.