Lieutenant General P K Mishra, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps, along with the GOC of Counter Insurgency Force (Romeo), visited the Headquarters of Romeo Force in Rajouri on Wednesday to assess the prevailing security situation in the region. The visit underscores the Indian Army’s ongoing efforts to maintain stability in Jammu and Kashmir amid counter-terrorism operations.
During the visit, the GOC reviewed operational preparedness and commended the troops for their professionalism in handling challenging conditions in the Rajouri sector, a critical area under the White Knight Corps’ jurisdiction. The XVI Corps, headquartered in Nagrota, oversees the Romeo Force, which operates in the Rajouri and Poonch districts as part of Operation Rakshak—a counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism mission that has been active since 1990.
A photograph shared by the White Knight Corps on X showed the GOC and other military personnel posing in front of the “Gate of Salutation” at the National War Memorial in New Delhi, a monument inaugurated in 2019 to honor Indian soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice. The memorial, located near India Gate, has become a significant site for military tributes, replacing the Amar Jawan Jyoti as the primary venue for such ceremonies.
In a statement posted on X, the White Knight Corps highlighted the GOC’s appreciation for the invaluable contributions of veterans in supporting ongoing counter-terrorism efforts. A second image shared in the post depicted a group of military personnel alongside civilians, likely veterans, in a more informal setting, reflecting the Corps’ engagement with local communities and former soldiers in the region.
The White Knight Corps continues to play a pivotal role in maintaining security in Jammu and Kashmir, working in tandem with other security forces under Operation Rakshak to ensure peace and stability. The GOC’s visit to Rajouri reaffirms the Army’s commitment to addressing security challenges while fostering collaboration with veterans and local stakeholders.
