Muhammad Avais Dastgir
Muhammad Avais Dastgir | |
|---|---|
محمد اویس دستگیر | |
| Commander V Corps, Karachi | |
| Assumed office 24 January 2025 | |
| Preceding | Lt Gen Babar Iftikhar |
| 40th Chief of General Staff | |
| In office 25 November 2023 – 24 January 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Lt Gen Muhammad Saeed |
| Succeeded by | Lt Gen Syed Aamer Raza |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Pakistan |
| Alma mater | Pakistan Military Academy |
| Awards | Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military) Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Civilian) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Pakistan |
| Branch/service | Pakistan Army |
| Years of service | 1991 — present |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Unit | 58th Cavalry Regiment |
| Commands |
|
Muhammad Avais Dastgir, HI(M) SI(C) is a three-star general in the Pakistan Army, currently serving as the Corps Commander of V Corps (Karachi), since January 2025.[1] He previously served as Chief of General Staff (CGS) at the GHQ, one of the most influential positions in the army hierarchy.[2]
Military career
Dastgir was commissioned into the 58th Cavalry of the Pakistan Armoured Corps.[2] His early roles included instructional and command positions within the Armoured Corps. He later became the Director General Military Operations (DGMO), a key operational post at GHQ.[3]
He was promoted to the rank of Major general in 2019.[4] In November 2023, upon his promotion to the rank of lieutenant general, he was appointed as CGS, replacing Lt Gen Muhammad Saeed.[5][6][7]
In January 2025, he took charge as Corps Commander Karachi (V Corps), succeeding Lt Gen Babar Iftikhar.[8][9]
Public appearances
In February 2025, Lt Gen Dastgir was the chief guest at the passing-out parade of the 52nd Basic Aviation Security Course and the 32nd Officer Basic Aviation Security Course at the Airports Security Force (ASF) Academy, Karachi. He praised ASF for its professionalism and its role in securing Pakistani airports.[10]
He also inaugurated the 41st National Elite Men and 5th National Elite Women Boxing Championship in Karachi, highlighting the army’s support for national sports.[11]
International relations
As CGS, Lt Gen Dastgir visited China in November 2024 and met with General Li Qiaoming, Commander of the People's Liberation Army Ground Force. The meeting focused on regional security and the safety of Chinese personnel in Pakistan.[12]
References
- ^ Desk news, Desk News (22 January 2025). "Lt-Gen Fayaz Hussain Shah made Corps Commander Lahore in latest military shake-up". Daily Pakistan English News. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b "Reshuffle in top brass as Gen Avais made CGS". Dawn. 1 November 2023. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ Syed, Baqir Sajjad (26 November 2023). "Reshuffle in top brass as Gen Avais made CGS". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 11 June 2025.
- ^ "Promotions in Pakistan Army". DNA News Agency. 3 April 2019. Retrieved 15 May 2025.
- ^ Shirodkar, Neel (26 November 2023). "Gen Avais Dastgir made Pakistan Army's Chief of General Staff". PUNE.NEWS. Retrieved 15 May 2025.
- ^ "Lt Gen Avais Dastgir calls on Chinese commander Gen Li Qiaoming". 24 News HD. 12 November 2024. Retrieved 15 May 2025.
- ^ BANERJI, RANA. "Pakistan Army Chief Shuffles Generals". Rediff. Retrieved 15 May 2025.
- ^ "Pakistan's enemies have resorted to hybrid war, says corps commander". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 15 May 2025.
- ^ Ahmed, Ramiz (17 February 2025). "Army wins National Boxing Championship". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 15 May 2025.
- ^ "Corps Commander lauds ASF's efforts to ensure foolproof security at airports". The News International. 18 February 2025. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ "Boxing championship held in Karachi with army support". The AZB. 15 February 2025. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ "Pakistan, China discuss regional security and Chinese safety". Daily Independent. 25 November 2024. Retrieved 14 May 2025.