Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma Reviews Operational Readiness in Kashmir

SRINAGAR, January 17, 2026 — Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma conducted an extensive visit to various military formations and units across North and South Kashmir to perform a comprehensive review of the current operational environment.

During his tour, the Army Commander assessed the security architecture and readiness of the troops stationed in these critical sectors. The visit underscores the Indian Army’s commitment to maintaining a robust security posture in the region amidst evolving security challenges.

During his visit, Lt Gen Sharma interacted with frontline troops and staff at the Joint Control Center, where he placed a strong emphasis on the necessity of close coordination and unified synergy to effectively counter emerging threats. He highlighted that strengthening inter-agency collaboration is essential for achieving dynamic operational control and facilitating real-time intelligence sharing.

By enhancing situational awareness through these joint efforts, the Army Commander noted that security forces could maintain a proactive and decisive edge in ensuring regional stability and peace.