Lt Gen Sharma reviews Kishtwar security grid

Jammu, Jan 31: Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Saturday assessed the operational preparedness of the counter terrorism grid in Kishtwar, where the security forces re-established contact with the terrorists on the run, thus resulting in a fresh exchange of fire during the day.

Lt Gen Sharma also interacted with the commanders and troops on the ground, taking on hiding terrorists with unflinching resolve. He also lauded them for their commitment to perform with dedication despite challenging circumstances, hostile weather and terrain.

ìLt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited Kishtwar to review the Counter Terrorism grid and operational preparedness,î the Northern Command posted on its official ëXí handle, with pictures.

ìThe Army Commander, while interacting with the ground Commanders and the ever-committed troops, commended them for their unwavering resolve in the ongoing efforts,î the post read. Earlier on January 29, the Northern Army Commander had reviewed evolving security dynamics in the region, including operational preparedness and robustness of the counter terrorism grid, in a joint security review meeting at Nagrota.

During deliberations, the key stakeholders also chalked out strategies to further bolster vigil, leveraging all available resources.

General Officer Commanding (GOC) White Knight Corps Lieutenant General P K Mishra; S J M Gillani, Special Director General Coordination PHQ, with additional charge of MD Police Housing Corporation, J&K and Bhim Sen Tuti, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu zone, besides other senior officers of central paramilitary forces and agencies, participated in the meeting.

ìThe forum discussed seamless synergy in Operations, joint combat readiness and strengthening of the Counter Terrorism grid,î the Army said, adding that the modalities for heightened alertness were also formulated, leveraging all available resources in the region.

Notably, on January 28, Western Army Commander Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar visited the Bani-Macchedi sector in Kathua and complimented the army team involved in the killing of a dreaded Jaish terrorist on January 23, 2026.

On Wednesday, January 28, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) White Knight Corps Lieutenant General P K Mishra also visited Basantgarh in Udhampur district to review the prevailing security situation and further strengthen the ongoing counter-terrorism posture.

During the visit, he commended the troops of Delta Force for their high morale, professionalism and unwavering commitment to duty.

ìThe GOC urged all ranks to remain razor-sharp and proactive, adopting an unrelenting approach against terrorism. He emphasised exemplary operational conduct, constant vigilance and sustained readiness to effectively address emerging security challenges,î the White Knight Corps had posted on its ëXí handle.