Undertaking his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir as Army Chief, Gen Bipin Rawat today reviewed the security situation and assured the people of the Valley that his force will ensure their well-being. Gen Rawat, who took charge of the top post on December 31 last, visited Srinagar, Leh and Siachen.'<br/><br/>In Srinagar, he was briefed about the prevailing security scenario in Kashmir and the measures instituted to integrate all government agencies for efficient intelligence generation and successful conduct of operations. Defence spokesman Col Rajesh Kalia said this in Srinagar today.'<br/><br/>He said the Army Chief complimented the soldiers on the ground for their high morale, outstanding vigilance and state of preparedness.'<br/><br/>Accompanied by Northern Army Commander Lt Gen D Anbu, Gen Rawat also visited Siachen and Leh in Ladakh region of the state.'<br/><br/>On arrival at Siachen Base camp, he paid tributes to the martyrs by laying a wreath at Siachen War Memorial and then interacted with troops posted there, the spokesman said. <br/><br/>Thereafter, the Army chief moved to Leh where he was briefed on the overall security situation and operational preparedness by the Corps Commander. <br/><br/>The chief later interacted with officers and men at the Leh Garrison.''''
News On AIR | January 24, 2017 5:19 AM
Army Chief assures Kashmir People that his force will ensure their well-being