Bangladesh, Aug. 26 -- Pakistans social media been on a frenzy with pro-military hashtags on trending, raining praises for Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir, championing him as the protector, symbol of strength and Iron-Man of Pakistans sovereignty. These accounts, evidently, state-sponsored political messaging, are centring Munirs leadership behind Pakistans unity, honour, patriotism and national security.

Only last year, Munir faced Pakistani netizens trolling, labelling him ‘Failed Marshal, ‘Bunk Marshal, for reportedly self-awarding the countrys second highest military honour-Hilal-e-Jurat-following India-Pakistans brief conflict (Operation Sindoor/ Bunyan-un-Marsoos).

Asim Munir, whose role expanded through 27th consti...