KNB News Desk
Srinagar 16 February (KNB): A three-day visit of Lt. General Upendra Dwivedi, Northern Army Commander, to Kashmir would conclude today.
As per PRO Defence Srinagar, Lt. General Upendra Dwivedi visited Kashmir on 14 February for his three day visit, which would conclude on 16 February. It was a maiden visit of Lt. General to Chinar Corps after taking over the command of the prestigious Northern Army Command, based at Udhampur on 01 February 2022, the officer said.
“He arrived at Chinar Corps Headquarters on 14 Feb 2022. The Army Commander was briefed by Lt Gen DP Pandey, GOC Chinar Corps on the prevalent security situation and measures instituted to counter adversaries’ design. He interacted with the senior officers of Chinar Corps and lauded the strong counter infiltration grid along the Line of Control,” said the officer.
It was further said that the Lt. General also appreciated the strict control exercised by the formation to abide by the cease fire understanding between the DGMOs of both India and Pakistan, which will complete one year on 25 February 2022.
“For the hinterland, the Army Commander complimented Chinar Corps for the conduct of operations with precision ensuring zero collateral damage. He was appreciative of the excellent Soldier – Citizen connect activities, which have resulted in overall reduction in the militant recruitments. He also paid homage to the 40 bravehearts of CRPF who had made the supreme sacrifice during the attack on the convoy on this day three years ago, said the officer in a statement.
Later in the day, the Army Commander interacted with various civil functionaries and members of the civil society. He appreciated the rapid steps that are being taken by all agencies for sustainable peace and development of Kashmir. He lauded the synergy between all elements of the security forces and the Civil Administration. (KNB)