Line of Control: Northern Army Commander takes stock of situation in Jammu

New Delhi: Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi visited Ace of Spades Division to review the security situation along the Line of Control in Rajouri and Poonch sectors. Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi visited various forward areas in Rajouri, Bhimber Gali and Poonch sectors.

"The Northern Army Commander was briefed on the security situation by field commanders along the Line of Control", a defence ministry statement mentioned. He reviewed the development of defence infrastructure and operational preparedness undertaken despite challenging terrain and weather conditions in the region. He interacted with all ranks and appreciated the professionalism and operational response towards the evolving threat matrix.

"The Army Commander commended all Ranks for their dedication and complimented the soldiers for their relentless efforts in pursuit of peace and stability along with assisting the local population", the statement added.

Earlier Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi had visited ground zero in the forward areas along the Line of Actual Control in Eastern Ladakh on February 22 to review the security situation. That was his maiden visit to the Ladakh region after taking over charge as GOC-in-C of the strategic command.

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