Likabali, Sep 18: In a significant visit underscoring the strategic importance of India's eastern borders, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, visited the Likabali Military Station in Arunachal Pradesh to review the operational preparedness and combat readiness of the stationed formation.

During his visit, General Dwivedi was extensively briefed on key operational matters, including:
Internal security dynamics in the region
Coordination with other security agencies
Technology infusion and modernization of field units
Ongoing nation-building initiatives spearheaded by the formation
The COAS interacted with officers and troops, expressing his deep appreciation for their unwavering dedication, professionalism, and resilience while operating in one of the country’s most challenging and inhospitable terrains.
He also lauded the formation's forward-looking approach, particularly its innovative efforts to integrate next-generation equipment and digital systems into operational workflows, enhancing surveillance, mobility, and response capabilities.
General Dwivedi reaffirmed the Indian Army’s commitment to safeguarding national interests in the eastern sector and ensuring continuous enhancement of border security infrastructure.
His visit also served as a morale booster for the troops, reaffirming the Army’s leadership support for soldiers serving in difficult conditions along India’s frontiers.