lt Gen Surinder Singh, GOC-in-C, Western Command visited field formations deployed along the International Border with China in Himachal Pradesh during his two-day visit.
Gen Surinder Singh, while reviewing the operational readiness of the formations in the forward areas, had detailed deliberations with field commanders, besides also interacting with troops. The Army Commander appreciated the high state of operational readiness and the motivation & morale of troops despite the difficult terrain and extreme weather conditions.
He exhorted the troops to remain alert and operationally ready and emphasized the need to ensure infallible security measures and to be ready for all contingencies. The General also met Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh at Shimla and also had a meeting with lt Gen DR Soni, GOC-in-C Army Training Command.