Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Northern Command, visited forward areas along the remote borders of Ladakh to review the current operational preparedness.
Focus on High-Altitude Combat Capability
During the visit, the Army Commander:
- Assessed operational readiness in extreme high-altitude terrain
- Reviewed initiatives aimed at enhancing combat capability
- Evaluated preparedness across sensitive border sectors
Interaction with Deployed Personnel
Lt Gen Sharma interacted with troops of:
- The Indian Army
- The Indo-Tibetan Border Police
He lauded them for:
- Unwavering commitment to duty
- High levels of operational readiness
- Exemplary professionalism in challenging conditions
Emphasis on Sustained Vigilance
The Army Commander appreciated ongoing efforts to strengthen capabilities in the demanding environment, stressing the importance of constant vigilance and seamless coordination.
Securing Strategic Frontiers
The visit underscores India’s continued focus on maintaining robust defence preparedness and ensuring security along its critical high-altitude borders.
