Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh, Army Commander of the Sapta Shakti Command, conducted a critical review of the operational readiness of the Tanot Brigade and the elite Russell Vipers today. Situated near the sensitive India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan, these units play a vital role in safeguarding national security along a historically volatile frontier.
The visit focused on evaluating combat preparedness and infrastructure upgrades. Lt Gen Singh interacted with troops, lauding their unwavering professionalism, courage, and high state of readiness. He acknowledged the cohesive coordination among ranks and praised ongoing modernization measures such as the integration of drone-based surveillance, development of digital combat infrastructure, and establishment of an Integrated Health Centre to support operational endurance.
The region carries significant military heritage, particularly the Tanot area, which is home to the revered Tanot Mata Temple—famous for withstanding over 3,000 enemy bombs during the 1971 Battle of Longewala. The visit also aligns with the Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan initiative launched earlier this year, which aims to develop battlefield tourism and revitalize war memorials like Longewala. The project is expected to stimulate regional development and reinforce patriotic awareness.
Lt Gen Singh’s inspection comes amid broader efforts to increase military efficiency along the western front. Recent data shows a 15% boost in operational effectiveness due to enhanced surveillance and technology adoption. The Army Commander reiterated confidence in the troops’ readiness and commended their vital contributions to command-level missions and national defence objectives.
The review highlighted the Indian Army’s continued push toward a technologically empowered and combat-ready force, capable of meeting modern threats with resilience and innovation.
