Army Chief Reviews Military Preparedness in Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir, September 25 (Daily Kiran) : General Dheeraj Seth, the Army Chief, visited forward areas of the Chinar Corps in Jammu and Kashmir on September 25 to assess security arrangements and military preparedness. During his visit, he reviewed the situation along the Line of Control and engaged in discussions with soldiers.

The Army Chief also inspected ‘Operation Drishti 2026’ in Tangdhar, reflecting a commitment to operational vigilance and the morale of the troops. Local commanders briefed him on the current security environment in the region. He was informed about efforts to enhance operational capabilities and measures to maintain robust security along the Line of Control, as well as preparations for counter-terrorism operations in the interior areas.

While interacting with soldiers in operational zones, General Seth commended the high level of alertness among military personnel. He emphasized the ‘Vijay’ framework, which aims to prepare the Indian Army for future challenges, enabling it to respond swiftly to various operations. He also praised the coordination between the Indian Army, civil administration, Central Armed Police Forces, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and other security agencies in maintaining peace and stability.

A significant highlight of the visit was the inspection of an advanced eye surgery camp under ‘Operation Drishti 2026’ in Tangdhar. This initiative aims to provide specialized eye care to residents in remote and inaccessible areas of Jammu and Kashmir. The camp offers services to serving military personnel, war widows, veterans, their dependents, and the general public.

Expert teams from the Army Research and Referral Hospital in New Delhi and the 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar are providing services at this camp, which runs from September 23 to September 30. Over 6,000 patients are expected to be examined, with plans for more than 400 eye surgeries.