Army Commander reviews security situation in Kashmir ahead of Lok Sabha elections
Srinagar, 02 April: Continuing with his visit to the Valley, the Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, accompanied by the Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen KJS Dhillon, visited the hinterland formations, where he reviewed the prevailing security situation and strategy for counter terrorist operations on 02 April 2019 in North Kashmir.
The Army Commander also chaired an all agencies Security Review Meeting at BB Cant Srinagar. During the meeting the prevailing security challenges were discussed and a joint security strategy was evolved for the coming summer months including maintaining a secure environment during the forthcoming parliamentary elections. The empowering atmosphere for the public to observe normalcy was highlighted. Efforts to continually achieve such benign conditions was also acknowledged. The Army Commander was also briefed about the situation on the Line of the Control including the befitting response being given to unprovoked ceasefire violations by Pakistan, resulting in heavy casualties on them.
Later, the Army Commander visited the formations and units deployed in South Kashmir. The local commanders briefed him on existing security situation and the close coordination between all government agencies towards maintaining vigil and peace in the Valley.
During interaction with ‘Jawans’, the Army Commander was appreciative of the round the clock efforts towards giving a sense of normalcy through dedicated, synergised and tireless endeavours.
