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Army commander reviews security situation in Akhnoor, Reasi

KT NEWS SERVICE. Dated: 9/6/2018 1:25:34 PM

JAMMU, Sep 5: Army Commander Northern Command Lt Gen Ranbir Singh accompanied by the White Knight Corps Commander Lt Gen Saranjeet Singh Wednesday visited forward posts of Akhnoor sector and hinterland formations in Reasi sector to review the operational preparedness and the prevailing security situation.
During the visit to the sector, the army commander was briefed by the commanders on ground about the current operational and prevailing security situation and the preparedness of the formations in dealing with the same.
The army commander also interacted with the soldiers and complimented them for their unwavering dedication to duty, selfless devotion and high standard of professionalism. He was appreciative of the measures and standard operating procedures instituted by the units and formations in their area of responsibility to minimise the casualties due to cease fire violations and infiltration bids. The need to be prepared for effectively meeting emerging security challenges was also reinforced. He exhorted all ranks on the need to remain vigilant to counter the nefarious designs of the inimical and anti-national elements, said a defence spokesperson.
The army commander was also updated by the White Knight Corps Commander on current security situation and operations conducted in the recent past.