A top army commander in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday visited forward areas of the arid Ladakh region, officials said.
An army spokesperson said in a statement that Lt Gen Ranbir Singh, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command visited forward areas of Eastern Ladakh on Monday and reviewed operational preparedness being maintained in the sector.
“He was accompanied by Lt Gen YK Joshi, General Officer Commanding, Fire & Fury Corps,” the statement said.
“Lt Gen Ranbir Singh interacted with troops deployed at forward posts and complimented them on their state of readiness. He appreciated the tenacity and high standards of professionalism displayed by all ranks in extreme terrain conditions. He exhorted them to remain vigilant, uphold the high traditions and standards of professionalism of the Army,” the statement added.