SRINAGAR, OCT 19: Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, Army Commander of the Northern Command, visited forward areas of North Kashmir to review the operational preparedness of units deployed along sensitive positions ahead of the forthcoming winter season.
During the visit, the Army Commander assessed the readiness of troops and reviewed their preparedness to meet operational requirements amid the challenging conditions associated with winter in the region. He commended the personnel for their professionalism, operational acumen and commitment to duty.
Emphasising the need to maintain a high state of operational readiness, Lt Gen Sharma underscored the importance of rigorous and realistic training, innovation, and the integration of technology to further strengthen the Army’s operational capabilities. He stressed that continuous capability enhancement and effective preparation would remain crucial in addressing the challenges posed by harsh winter conditions and ensuring sustained operational effectiveness in forward areas.
The visit reaffirmed the Northern Command’s focus on maintaining combat readiness, strengthening operational capabilities and ensuring that troops remain prepared to respond effectively to emerging challenges.
The visit was highlighted by the Indian Army’s Northern Command and Chinar Corps under the motto “Always in Combat” and the commitment to “Nation First.”
