Army Comdr reviews Counter-Terrorism Grid in Kishtwar Udhampur districts

Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma today reviewed the counter-terrorism grid in Kishtwar and Udhampur, and called for maintaining constant vigil. The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Northern Command visited Basantgarh and Chhatru areas of Udhampur and Kishtwar districts, which have witnessed several terror incidents over the past couple of years.
“Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander, Northern Command, visited Chhatru and Basantgarh to review the counter-terrorism grid and operational preparedness of the units.
“During his visit, the Army Commander held detailed deliberations with Commanders on ground, strategizing robust measures to fortify the security architecture and maintain peace in the region,” a Defence spokesperson said on X.
He commended the leadership and the unwavering resolve of the troops in countering emerging threats.
The Army Commander reiterated the imperative of maintaining constant vigil and leveraging technology, underscoring the Northern Command’s steadfast resolve to keep Jammu and Kashmir free from terror.
The enduring commitment of troops remains central to this collective mission, he said.
The twin mountainous districts of Kishtwar and Udhampur have witnessed dozens of terror attacks and encounters over the past few years, showing an increasing trend in terror-related incidents, prompting security forces to enhance the security architecture by deploying additional units in high-altitude areas to prevent the revival of terrorism in the Jammu hills.
Meanwhile, Lieutenant General P.K. Mishra, General Officer Commanding Nagrota-based White Knight Corps, also known as 16 Corps, accompanied by the General Officer Commanding Ace of Spades Division today visited the forward areas in the Bhimber Gali (BG) sector along the Line of Control in Rajouri and Poonch districts to take comprehensive review of the operational preparedness and the prevailing security situation along the LoC.
During the visit, the senior officers interacted with troops deployed at various forward locations and appreciated their high morale professionalism and unwavering commitment despite challenging terrain and weather conditions.
The Army Commanders were briefed on the latest operational measures including enhanced surveillance systems, precision engagement capabilities, counter-infiltration grid strengthening and the integration of modern technology to ensure real-time situational awareness along the LoC
Lt Gen Mishra applauded the dedication displayed by the soldiers while guarding the nation’s borders round the clock.
He emphasized the importance of maintaining peak operational readiness sharpening combat skills and further reinforcing intelligence and surveillance architecture to effectively counter any misadventure from across the border He also reiterated the Army’s resolve to ensure peace and security in the region while remaining fully prepared for any contingency.

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Courtesy: Daily Excelsior -03-Dec-2025