The Army Commander, Central Command, lieutenant General Balwant Singh Negi visited Pithoragarh and Bareilly Military Stations on Monday. The army commander was on his first visit to Pithoragarh after taking over Central Command.
In the brigade headquarters, the GOC was briefed by the Formation Commander about the operational and administrative responsibilities. It is learnt that in wake of recent spurt in terrorist activity the Army commander took a review of the security situation in his visit.
lt Gen Negi also visited Headquarters of Uttar Bharat Area located at Bareilly on the day. Here too he was briefed about the operational and administrative responsibilities of the formation as well as about the various welfare activities undertaken for troops and their families including station matters.
During the visit, army commander was also apprised of various issues related to armed forces veterans of the area and various steps taken and facilities provided towards mitigating their problems. lt Gen Negi appreciated the efforts and complemented the Veterans community for their zeal and enthusiasm and contribution towards Indian Army in particular and nation as a whole. During his visit, Negi also interacted with officers and troops at both the locations.