Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command and Colonel of The Madras Regiment, visited Madras Regiment units deployed at Miran Sahib, BD Bari and Samba, where he reviewed the units’ functioning and interacted with troops and veterans.
During his visit, Lt Gen Pratik Sharma engaged with the Thambi troops and interacted with personnel on matters concerning their professional responsibilities, operational preparedness and service life. His interaction provided an opportunity to acknowledge the dedication and commitment of soldiers serving in the region and to reinforce the importance of maintaining high standards of professionalism.
The Army Commander commended the troops for their exemplary professionalism, dedication and commitment to duty. He exhorted all ranks to continue striving for excellence across all fields and to maintain the high standards associated with the traditions and ethos of The Madras Regiment.
The visit also highlighted the enduring bond between serving personnel and veterans of the regiment. Interaction with veterans reaffirmed the Army’s continued commitment to maintaining strong links with its veteran community and recognising their contribution to the regiment and the nation.
Lt Gen Pratik Sharma’s visit underscored the importance of leadership engagement with frontline formations and units, enabling commanders to understand the concerns of personnel while reinforcing operational focus, discipline and professional excellence.
The visit reaffirmed the Northern Command’s emphasis on maintaining a high state of preparedness and ensuring that troops remain motivated, professionally equipped and ready to meet emerging challenges. The Army Commander’s interaction with the Madras Regiment units further strengthened the regimental spirit and the longstanding traditions of service, camarader
