Security officials reported the launch of 217 Pamir Corps in the north-east zone.
Ministry of Defense said in a statement that, Deputy Defense Minister general Hilaluddin Hilal has reported the upgrade of 20 Pamir Army Division to 217 Pamir Corps and said that the launch of new Corps in the north-eastern zone was a positive and effective step towards securing zone of north-eastern provinces.
The Ministry of Defense statement added that General Nabiullah Mirzai was appointed as commander of 217 Pamir Corps.
