In a high-level assessment of border security, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi visited the White Knight Corps headquarters in Nagrota to evaluate the operational preparedness along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. The visit comes at a time of heightened tensions and increased vigilance following recent cross-border incidents.
During the review, General Dwivedi was briefed by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps on the prevailing security scenario, operational challenges, and ongoing military deployments along the LoC. A key highlight of the visit was the Chief’s commendation of the corps for their exemplary execution of Operation Sindoor, a robust counter-terror operation launched in response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which killed 26 civilians, including a Nepalese national.
Operation Sindoor, described as one of the most decisive responses to terrorism in recent history, targeted nine terror camps, including four situated inside Pakistan. The operation marked a significant escalation in India’s counter-terror strategy, being the most extensive cross-border operation since the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War.
General Dwivedi applauded the troops for their professionalism, courage, and commitment in executing the mission. He emphasized the importance of adaptability and technological readiness in countering emerging threats, particularly the growing menace of drone-assisted drug and arms trafficking reported along the border in recent months.
Established in 1972, the White Knight Corps plays a vital role in defending the LoC and has taken proactive steps in counter-radicalization by engaging with local communities, civil administrations, and religious leaders to steer the youth away from extremist ideologies.
The Army Chief’s visit also reaffirmed the Indian Army’s focus on modernization and innovation, in line with the 2024 “Year of Tech Absorption” and the “Decade of Transformation” vision. General Dwivedi highlighted the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as 3D-printed infrastructure and rapidly deployable defense systems to bolster troop capabilities in high-altitude and hostile terrain.
Concluding his visit, General Dwivedi reiterated the Indian Army’s resolve to maintain peace and security in the region while staying ahead of adversaries through constant vigilance and technological advancement. The visit underscores the Army’s integrated approach to counter-terrorism, border management, and regional stabilization.
