DG SSB reviews operational preparedness in Kashmir

Srinagar, Mar 25:  Director General (DG) of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Daljit Singh Chawdhary undertook a comprehensive two-day visit to Kashmir valley to assess the operational preparedness of SSB deployments ahead of the parliamentary polls 2024.

During his visit, the DG SSB inspected various key locations, starting with the Sector Headquarters (Spl-Ops) in Srinagar.

Here, he received a detailed briefing on the functioning of SSB deployments in the Valley.

Addressing the soldiers during the ‘Sanik Sammelan’ and participating in the ‘Bada Khana’, the DG SSB expressed his appreciation for their dedication and emphasised the importance of discipline in duty within the operational sector.

He also visited the 10th Battalion SSB Batmaloo (Srinagar), 13TH Battalion SSB Dignibal (Ganderbal) and Ad-hoc Election Battalions of SSB in Valley, interacting directly with the deployed soldiers.

Chawdhary listened attentively to their concerns and issued on-spot directives for their resolution, reaffirming his commitment to their welfare.

He joined in the Holi celebrations with the soldiers, showering colourful flowers, and conveying his heartfelt wishes to the SSB personnel and their families.

In addition to engaging with SSB personnel, he met with senior officers from the Police, CAPFs, and other agencies, stressing the necessity of complete synergy for the peaceful conduct of the parliamentary polls and the forthcoming Amarnath Yatra.

Continuing his tour, the DG SSB visited the NSG Detachment at Humhama, where he interacted with officials and officers.

He reviewed NSG activities in Kashmir and emphasised the importance of continuous training and adherence to standard drills to maintain preparedness for any contingency.

Accompanying the Director General were DIG, Special Operations, SSB Srinagar, Imtiaz Ismail Parray, and other ground commanders of the SSB and NSG, underscoring the collaborative effort in ensuring security and stability in the region.

The visit concluded on Monday with the DG SSB celebrating Holi Milan with soldiers of SSB and NSG at various locations, extending his warm greetings for Holi and Ramadan to them and their families.