Archive · 16 Nov 2025
Northern Army Commander Urges Vigilance Against New Terror Threats in Jammu
The top commander of the army in the north of India, Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, visited parts of Jammu and Kashmir.
He went to areas like Basantgarh and Rampur, which have seen terror incidents before.
He talked to the soldiers and told them to be ready and watchful for new dangers.
He also visited other areas near the border to check how prepared the army is for any fighting.
The commander praised the soldiers for their hard work in keeping the region safe from terrorism and for being ready for any situation.
Army's Northern Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma reviewed counter-terrorism efforts in Jammu.
He visited Udhampur and Rajouri districts, including areas that have experienced terror incidents.
Lt Gen Sharma urged soldiers to be vigilant and proactive against emerging threats.
The commander also assessed operational preparedness along the Line of Control.
He commended troops for their professionalism and commitment to maintaining peace.
- Who
- Army's Northern Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma
- What
- Reviewed counter-terrorism grid and operational preparedness, urged vigilance against emerging terror threats.
- When
- Sunday (review in Udhampur), Saturday (review in Rajouri)
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir (Udhampur and Rajouri districts)
- Why
- To assess and enhance counter-terrorism efforts against emerging threats.
- Commander
- Lt Gen Pratik Sharma
- Command
- Northern Command
- Visited Areas
- Basantgarh, Rampur (Udhampur), Nowshera, Bimber Gali (Rajouri)
- Focus
- Counter-terrorism, operational preparedness