Azhar Saleh Abbasi
Azhar Saleh Abbasi | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Military officer |
| Years active | –2021 |
| Known for | Corps Commander of I Corps, Chief of Logistics Staff at GHQ |
Azhar Saleh Abbasi is a former high-ranking officer of the Pakistan Army. His notable assignments included serving as the Corps Commander of I Corps based in Mangla, as well as holding the role of Chief of Logistics Staff at the General Headquarters located in Rawalpindi.
Military career
Abbasi was commissioned into the 28 Cavalry following completion of the 74th PMA Long Course, where he earned the distinguished Sword of Honour in recognition of his exceptional performance.
Elevated to the rank of Major General in 2014, he took command of the 9th Infantry Division stationed at Kohat and later fulfilled duties as Vice Chief of General Staff at GHQ.
In April 2017, Abbasi advanced to lieutenant general and was appointed as the Corps Commander of I Corps. In addition to this, he also served as Commander Central Command.
Prior to his retirement on 1 April 2021, Abbasi held the position of Chief of Logistics Staff at GHQ, overseeing logistics operations, supply chain management, and support services essential for maintaining operational effectiveness.