Ludhiana, June 6

Close on the heels of divisional-level manoeuvre exercise conducted in general area Nakodar-Nurmahal, in the vicinity of Ludhiana by Panther Division, two more tactical exercises were conducted by the Vajra Corps.These exercises were conducted at Khem Karan, historically known as ‘Patton Graveyard’ and Jalalabad, both in general area of Ferozepur by ‘Double Victory Brigade’ and ‘Golden Arrow Division’.The exercises involving large scale tank, infantry and aviation manoeuvres were supervised by Lt Gen JS Cheema, General Officer Commanding Vajra Corps. Despite intense heat, with extremely high temperature inside the tank or infantry combat vehicle, troops displayed remarkable skills and enthusiasm in undertaking various tactical manoeuvres.The exercise was witnessed by Lt Gen KJ Singh, General Officer Commanding -in-Chief, Western Command. The Army Commander complimented the troops for displaying a high standard of professionalism, even under harsh weather condition. —TNS