Northern Army Commander reviews security situation in Pir Panjal range

Rajouri, July 12: Lt. Gen. Pratik Sharma, Army Commander of the Northern Command, on Saturday reviewed the security situation along the Pir Panjal range, which includes the twin border districts of Rajouri and Poonch.

During his visit, Lt. Gen. Sharma interacted with troops and emphasized the importance of maintaining an aggressive posture, uninterrupted surveillance, and sustained mission readiness to effectively dominate the operational space and neutralize emerging threats.

The Army Commander was accompanied by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps.

According to a statement from the Army, Lt. Gen. Sharma and the GOC visited forward posts to assess the operational environment, including the deployment of counter-insurgency and counter-infiltration forces.

The visit focused on evaluating ground posture and threat response mechanisms in the sensitive region.

Lt. Gen. Sharma reiterated the Army’s commitment to operational excellence and preparedness, highlighting the importance of proactive measures in maintaining peace and stability in the region.