Army Chief reviews LoC security in Kupwara, visits Manasbal formation

Srinagar, Jul 8: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Dhiraj Seth visited the Headquarters of Chinar Corps (15 Corps) and some if its formations in Kashmir as part of his maiden three-day tour to J&K. The visit focused on assessing the prevailing security situation, operational preparedness, and combat readiness along the Line of Control (LoC) and in the hinterland. During the visit, accompanied by GOC-in-C Northern Command , Lt Gen Pratik Sharma and GOC 15 Corps, Lt Gen Balbir Singh, the Army Chief was briefed on key operational aspects, including deployments along the LoC, ongoing counter-terrorism operations, inter-agency synergy with central and state forces, evolving security dynamics, and comprehensive security arrangements for the ongoing AmarnathYatra. He also reviewed initiatives related to technology absorption, capability enhancement, and integrated combat readiness across the full spectrum of operations. General Seth commended all ranks of the Army for their exceptional professionalism, steadfast commitment under challenging conditions, and relentless efforts in maintaining peace and stability in the region. “The COAS appreciated the high morale and dedication of the troops,” defence sources said. “#GeneralDhirajSeth, #COAS visited HQ @ChinarcorpsIA and its formations to review the prevailing security situation, operational preparedness and combat readiness along the Line of Control and in the hinterland.The #COAS was briefed on the operational deployments, counter-terrorism operations, inter-agency synergy, evolving operational dynamics and security arrangements for the ongoing Shri AmarnathYatra. He also reviewed the initiatives towards #TechAbsorption, capability enhancement and integrated combat readiness across the full spectrum of operations. During the visit, the #COAS commended all ranks for their exceptional professionalism and steadfast commitment under challenging conditions and appreciated their relentless efforts in maintaining peace and stability.#IndianArmy@NorthernComd_IA,” ADGPI Indian Army said in a post on X. The Army Chief visited the 28 Infantry Division in Kupwara, where he took stock of operational...