Srinagar, Oct 19: General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) Northern Command Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Monday visited north Kashmir and reviewed operational preparedness of units deployed in forward areas.

The Army Commander lauded the troops for their professionalism and operational acumen.
He emphasised rigorous training, innovation and technology-driven capability enhancement to strengthen readiness for operations, especially in the wake of forthcoming winter season and the associated challenges.
Lt Gen Sharma had visited Rashtriya Rifles units in North Kashmir yesterday to review operational preparedness and assess the prevailing security situation.
He interacted with commanders and troops on ground and emphasised the importance of constant vigil, operational synergy and regional outreach in the hinterland to retain an upper hand over inimical elements.
He commended the professionalism of troops to maintain the resolve of terror-free Jammu and Kashmir.