Tribune News Service

Srinagar, October 29

Northern Command chief Lt Gen Ranbir Singh on Monday reviewed the security situation in Kashmir.

Lt Gen Ranbir Singh arrived in Srinagar on a two-day Valley visit and reviewed the prevailing security situation in the wake of the recent anti-militancy operations which have led to the elimination of a number of militants.

Accompanied by Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen AK Bhatt, the Northern Command chief visited the formations and units in central Kashmir and was briefed by the Army officers about the current security situation.

“The Northern Command chief commended the troops for their dedication to duty and high standards of professionalism. The need to be prepared for effectively meeting the emerging security challenges was also reinforced,” an Army statement said.

The Northern Command chief also visited 92 Base Hospital at the Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar and enquired about the health of the injured soldiers. He wished them speedy recovery, the statement said.