Dimapur, Nov 5: Lieutenant General Abhijit S. Pendharkar, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Spear Corps, conducted an extensive visit to forward areas in Arunachal Pradesh to assess operational preparedness and troop readiness. The visit comes ahead of the upcoming Tri-Service Exercise Poorvi Prachand Prahar, aimed at demonstrating seamless integration across the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

During the visit, Lt Gen Pendharkar interacted with troops deployed in challenging high-altitude terrain, emphasizing the importance of vigilance, rapid response, and multi-domain coordination. He reviewed key logistics, surveillance setups, and forward deployment measures to ensure troops are fully equipped and prepared for any contingency.
A major focus of the visit was the review of preparations for Poorvi Prachand Prahar, a large-scale exercise designed to enhance operational synergy between the three services, test joint operational doctrines, and validate mission readiness under realistic conditions. The exercise is expected to involve integrated maneuvers, live-fire drills, and advanced technological deployments.
Addressing the personnel, Lt Gen Pendharkar appreciated the troops for their dedication, resilience, and high morale despite the challenging terrain. He urged them to maintain operational excellence and readiness at all times, highlighting the strategic importance of Arunachal Pradesh in safeguarding national security.
The visit underlined the Indian Army’s commitment to ensuring robust defense preparedness along the eastern borders while strengthening joint capabilities with the other armed forces.
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