DD Correspondent
Poonch: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Indian Army’s White Knight Corps (16 Corps) visited forward and operational areas in the Surankote sector of Poonch district to review the security situation and ongoing counter-terrorism operations. The GOC of Romeo Force accompanied him during the visit.
The Corps Commander was briefed on the security situation, military dominance along the Pir Panjal range, the progress of counter-terrorism operations and coordination among various security forces and agencies.
Officials also apprised him of the joint intelligence network, close synergy among security agencies and continuous monitoring of suspicious activities in the region.
The GOC commended the troops and security agencies for their professionalism, determination and sustained efforts despite challenging terrain and adverse weather conditions. He appreciated the continuous operations aimed at denying terrorists and other hostile elements any operational space.
The Army reiterated its commitment to maintaining heightened vigilance and strengthening the security apparatus across the Pir Panjal region to curb terrorist activities and ensure peace and stability.