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Army chief reviews counter-infiltration grid on Akhnoor border

The COAS was briefed and updated by Lt General Paramjit Singh, General Officer Commanding, White Knight Corps and commanders on ground.

Army chief reviews counter-infiltration grid on Akhnoor border

He appreciated the motivation and high morale of the White Knight Corps. (SNS)

General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), accompanied by Lt General Ranbir Singh, Army Commander, Northern Command, visited troops in the Akhnoor Sector and expressed that “he is fully satisfied with the operational preparedness of troops to meet all security challenges”.

The COAS was briefed and updated by Lt General Paramjit Singh, General Officer Commanding, White Knight Corps and commanders on the ground.

The COAS reviewed the preparations to respond to ceasefire violations, counter-infiltration grid and preparation to deal with provocations by the enemy on the Line of Control and International Border. The COAS was also briefed on the infusion of technology with operational techniques and integration of force multipliers which has increased capabilities manifold.

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The COAS also interacted with the soldiers and commended them for selfless devotion and high standard of professionalism. He was appreciative of the synergy between Jammu & Kashmir Police, Civil Administration, Border Security Force and the Army.

He appreciated the motivation and high morale of the White Knight Corps. During the interaction, the COAS awarded on the spot Commendation Cards to five soldiers for their gallant action in the face of the enemy.

The COAS also conveyed his appreciation to the citizens residing along the Line of Control and International Border for providing all the support to the deployed troops and maintaining vigil in their areas.

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