KARACHI: Pakistan Navy on Wednesday held an event to celebrate the golden jubilee of its elite Special Service Group, SSG (N) commonly known as ‘Naval Commandos’.
Besides, serving and retired SSG (N) officers and CPOs, sailors, a large number of distinguished guests from sister services and other arms of Pakistan Navy also witnessed the celebrations.
The Special Service Group (Navy) was founded on 29 March 1967.
Naval Staff ChiefAdmiral Muhammad Zakaullah graced the occasion as the chief guest.
The event was marked with a number of activities including, the launching of SSG(N) history booklet and a fire power demonstration, wherein, SSG(N) displayed specialised skills for anti-terrorist/ hostage rescue operations and a simulated raid on enemy targets.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief of the Naval Staff appreciated the achievements and sacrifices of SSG (N) and also acknowledged invaluable services rendered by war heroes, veterans and the family members of SSG (N) Shuhadas.
The admiral, while highlighting the importance of the force, said that the contemporary environment has seen a steady shift from conventional operations towards the asymmetric domain, bordering on hybrid warfare which has brought the role of Special Operations Forces to the forefront.
The Naval chief appreciated the participation of the group during various anti- terrorist operations and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Operations (HADR).
The Naval chief also congratulated all the SSG veterans on setting a fine legacy.
Earlier, during the day, Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah joined the hardcore physical workout of the SSG (N) and undertook underwater diving.