In a high-level security review, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Northern Command, assessed the prevailing situation and ongoing counter-terrorism operations in Doda, Ramban, and Kishtwar—regions of strategic importance in Jammu and Kashmir. These areas have recently drawn increased attention due to their vulnerability to cross-border infiltration and insurgent activity.
The visit comes amid the continued implementation of Operation SHIVA, a critical security initiative focused on safeguarding the region during sensitive periods such as the Amarnath Yatra. Lt Gen Sharma received detailed operational briefings from ground commanders, covering troop deployments, threat assessments, and the integration of advanced surveillance systems into the Army’s counter-insurgency framework.
He lauded the efforts of the troops for their operational alertness, discipline, and morale in sustaining anti-terrorism operations under challenging terrain and conditions. Emphasis was placed on the Army’s use of cutting-edge technology to monitor suspicious movements, improve response times, and coordinate effectively with paramilitary forces and intelligence agencies.
The review also reinforced the importance of inter-agency cooperation and civil-military synergy in ensuring not just territorial security, but also in upholding peace and development in these conflict-prone zones. The Indian Army’s continued vigilance in Jammu’s upper districts forms a crucial part of the national effort to secure the Line of Control and internal areas from extremist threats.
