Posted to Kalinaw News (Aug 17, 2021): CGPA uplifts morale of Gabay Troopers; visits isolated CAA detachment in Bukidnon
ARAKAN, COTABATO – The 72nd Infantry “Gabay” Battalion warmly welcomed and paid courtesy to the Commanding General Philippine Army (CGPA), MGEN ANDRES C CENTINO PA during his visit at Headquarters 72IB in Arakan, North Cotabato and one of the unit’s isolated CAA detachment in White Kulaman, Kitaotao, Bukidnon on August 17, 2021
MGen Andres C Centino PA has been very dedicated in uplifting and boosting the morale of the troops and CAAs assigned in Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs) by visiting them to personally see the situation on the ground and have the opportunity to talk to them and deliver materials and supplies needed to assist them in performing their duty.
The Commanding General visited the isolated CAA detachment in White Kulaman, Kitaotao, Bukidnon. He personally commended the troops assigned in the said Patrol Base for being the frontliners in conducting combat and recon patrols and in maintaining peace and order within the unit’s area of operation. He strongly urge the CAAs to continue their efforts in attaining a peaceful and conflict-resilient community in the province of Bukidnon. After the info briefing about Threat Situation and deployment of troops, he personally handed over box of canned goods and military supplies.
Subsequently, the Commanding General proceeded at Headquarters 72nd Infantry “Gabay” Battalion to visit the Gabay Troopers. During his talk to troops, he expressed his support and commended the troops’ continuous efforts in attaining a just ang lasting peace and protecting the communities from any threats perpretrated by the Communist Terrorist Groups (CTGs) amidst Covid-19 Pandemic.
Afterwards, the Commanding General led the donning of ranks to four (4) newly promoted enlisted personnel and awarding of Silver Cross Medal to personnel of Intelligence Team under 72IB for a successful intensified intelligence operation that led to the capture of two high ranking NPA Cadres in Pres Roxas, North Cotabato last 29 November 2020.
During the unit briefing, he emphasized that everyone should focus on winning the peace and ending the 52-year struggle against insurgency. He reminded everyone to exert more effort in doing our campaign. “I am counting on you in winning this fight against the insurgents. We are already on the right track. We just need to be more focus on our goal; that is to attain a just and lasting peace. Be safe and more power, Gabay Troopers!” he ended.
The 72nd Infantry “Gabay” Battalion led by LTC Jose C Regonay Jr. vowed to do everything to contribute to the AFP’s campaign to permanently end the insurgency before the next administration. With the collaboration and support of the Government, the unit will continue to carry out its mandated task of maintaining peace and order within the unit’s area of operation.
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