Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh, AVSM, SM**, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Indian Army’s Western Command, visited forward areas in the Jammu Sector on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra and interacted with troops deployed along the frontiers.
During the visit, the Army Commander reviewed the operational preparedness of formations and troops responsible for safeguarding the strategically important sector. He commended the soldiers for their unwavering dedication, high morale and exemplary combat readiness while operating in challenging conditions.
Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh also participated in the traditional Shastra Pujan ceremony, observed by the armed forces on Dussehra as a mark of respect for weapons and the warrior tradition.
The ceremony symbolised the enduring warrior ethos of the Indian Army and the sacred bond between a soldier, his weapon and the responsibility of defending the nation.
The Army Commander appreciated the professionalism and commitment displayed by troops and encouraged them to maintain the highest standards of operational readiness at all times.
The Dussehra visit to the forward areas reaffirmed the Indian Army’s emphasis on combining its longstanding military traditions with constant preparedness for operational challenges. The occasion reflected the spirit of service, discipline and readiness that remains central to troops deployed along India’s borders.
