Army Chief General Dwivedi reviews security situation, operational readiness in Ladakh

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed the operational preparedness of the Army’s Fire and Fury Corps in Ladakh on Saturday and took stock of the prevailing security situation and measures to strengthen surveillance, mobility and combat capabilities along the strategic frontier.

He was briefed on the prevailing security situation, operational preparedness, infrastructure development and ongoing initiatives to enhance surveillance, mobility and integrated operational capabilities.

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During the visit, the Army Chief commended all ranks of the Corps for their exceptional professionalism, unwavering dedication and steadfast commitment while operating in one of the world’s most challenging terrains. He exhorted them to remain mission-focused, operationally agile and ever prepared to meet emerging security challenges.

General Dwivedi also felicitated five distinguished veterans – Colonel Tondup Wangail (Retd), Major Rinchen Dolma Kolto (Retd), Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) Sonam Morup (Retd), Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) Tashi Chhepal, VrC (Retd) and Naik Ghulam Haider (Retd), during his visit to the Fire and Fury Corps, in recognition of their exceptional contributions towards veterans’ welfare, healthcare, community development and nation building.

Through their selfless initiatives, the awardees have transformed healthcare delivery in remote regions of Ladakh, expanded outreach to Ex-Servicemen and Veer Naris, promoted skill development and self-reliance, secured land and welfare measures for veteran families, strengthened community welfare, and provided steadfast support to veterans requiring medical care.

General Dwivedi visited the LADAKH SCOUTS Regimental Centre, where he was briefed on training initiatives, operational capabilities, regimental developments and civil-military synergy with the Ladakh Administration. He also reviewed the upgraded Mutup Sanghralaya, including the newly established “Chief’s Corner”, showcasing the legacy of the Chief of the Army Staff.

He commended the training faculty and staff for their dedication and professionalism in shaping disciplined & resilient soldiers. He also lauded all ranks of the LADAKH SCOUTS for their operational excellence, unwavering commitment and high state of readiness in the challenging terrain of Ladakh.

He pinned Commendation Cards to selected personnel, appreciating their devotion to duty and significant contributions to operational preparedness.