Jammu Kashmir : Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani reviewed the prevailing security situation in Jammu and Kashmir during his visit to the Kashmir Valley, assessing operational preparedness, troop deployments and security arrangements across forward areas and the hinterland.

During the visit, the CDS toured forward locations along the Line of Control (LoC) and interacted with field commanders to take stock of the operational situation and preparedness of troops, particularly in view of the approaching winter season.

According to an official statement, General Subramani also interacted with personnel from the Army, Navy and Air Force, conveyed his Diwali greetings to troops deployed in forward areas and appreciated their dedication and professionalism in safeguarding the nation’s borders under challenging conditions.

He commended the personnel for maintaining a robust security grid and remaining committed to their duties despite being away from their families during the festive season.

He also emphasised greater jointness and coordination among the three services to strengthen operational effectiveness.

The high level review comes amid heightened focus on maintaining vigilance along the LoC and in the hinterland, particularly as snowfall and difficult weather conditions during winter pose additional operational challenges.

The CDS’s visit follows Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth’s recent visit to Western Command headquarters at Chandimandir, where he reviewed operational preparedness and emerging security challenges.

Meanwhile, Northern Command chief Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma recently visited the Siachen Glacier and interacted with troops deployed in extreme weather conditions.

The visits underline the continued focus of the armed forces on operational readiness, inter-service coordination and maintaining security across Jammu and Kashmir.