Northern Army Commander reviews operational readiness in Kashmir

Srinagar, May 21: Amid intensified ongoing counter-terrorist operations following the Pahalgam terror attack, Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Northern Command, conducted a comprehensive review of operational preparedness in the Kashmir besides visiting forward posts in valley

During his visit to forward areas under the jurisdiction of Chinar Corps, Lt Gen Sharma assessed the prevailing security environment, scrutinized counter-insurgency strategies, and interacted with field commanders. He was briefed on ground-level deployments, potential infiltration threats from across the Line of Control (LoC), and the evolving tactical challenges posed by terrorism.

The Army Commander lauded the professionalism, resilience, and offensive spirit displayed by the troops operating in complex and often hostile terrain. “Our troops have demonstrated unwavering professionalism and a clear offensive spirit during recent successful operations. Dominating both cognitive and physical domains through proactive action remains our key focus,” he said while addressing the soldiers.

Sources said Lt Gen Sharma’s visit also coincided with a renewed push by security forces to neutralise terror threats in south Kashmir. The Northern Army Commander emphasized the importance of maintaining the highest levels of vigilance, given the dynamic nature of the threat. He also reviewed training initiatives aimed at enhancing operational synergy between Army units, paramilitary forces, and intelligence agencies. “Operational Preparedness Review' Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander #NorthernCommand, reviewed security & operational readiness in the valley.

He commended the brave troops for demonstrating offensive spirit & unwavering professionalism during successful execution of operations and emphasised upon dominating in both  cognitive and physical domains fuelled by proactive measures.#NationFirst#IndianArmy@ChinarcorpsIA@adgpi'Operational Preparedness Review',” Northern Command-India Army said in a post on X.

“Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander, #NorthernCommand, visited forward areas to assess the prevailing security situation, ongoing counter terrorist operations and training initiatives. During his visit, he was briefed on the ground-level deployments, threat assessments and tactical challenges.The Army Commander appreciated the dedication, professionalism and resilience of all ranks operating under challenging conditions and urged them to maintain high state of vigilance in the prevailing security scenario. #IndianArmy #NationFirst@ChinarcorpsIA@adgpi,” it said in another post on X.