Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi Visits Jammu: Reviews Operation Sindoor, Praises Troops’ Bravery

By Taaza Wire | May 31, 2025

In a strong show of leadership and military determination, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi concluded a significant two-day tour of Jammu and Kashmir during which he carried out a thorough review of Operation Sindoor, preparedness of troops, and top-level security measures for the Amarnath Yatra 2025.

Key Highlights:

• Visited Pargwal sector near LoC in Akhnoor and Tiger Division in Jammu
• Praised the valour of troops during Operation Sindoor
• Felicitated BSF Assistant Commandant Neha Bhandari and Constable Ravinder Singh
• Stressed the importance of staying agile and vigilant amidst evolving threats
• Participated in a high-level meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah

“Stay Agile, Stay Vigilant”: Army Chief GEn Upendra Dwivedi Message from the Frontlines

General Dwivedi’s visit to Pargwal sector, which witnessed intense Pakistani shelling during Operation Sindoor, sent a strong signal of India’s zero-tolerance towards cross-border terrorism.

“In today’s dynamic security landscape, we must remain agile and vigilant,” he emphasized while reviewing border readiness.

The Army Chief commended frontline troops for their exceptional courage and readiness, especially for neutralizing threats and eliminating infiltrators during Operation Sindoor.

Honouring Real Heroes: Neha Bhandari & Ravinder Singh

Among the key moments of the visit was the felicitation of brave BSF officers:

• Assistant Commandant Neha Bhandari, a third-generation officer, was awarded the Commendation Disc for her leadership in silencing three Pakistani forward posts during the operation.
• BSF Constable Ravinder Singh was also honored for his gallant role in defending the Akhnoor sector.

Their contributions not only showcased BSF’s operational excellence but also its synergy with the Indian Army in ensuring India’s border remains impenetrable.

Army-BSF Synergy: Operation Sindoor’s Backbone

The BSF performed a crucial task along the International Border in Jammu, Samba, and Kathua, destroying Pakistani launch pads successfully and blocking infiltration.

Dozens of terrorists were eliminated due to the combined efforts of security forces. These targeted raids not only handicapped the enemy posts but also delivered devastating news: India will retaliate harder.

Wider Security Review Across LoC

Before flying back to New Delhi, Gen Dwivedi:

• Visited Nagrota-based 16 Corps HQ and the Sunderbani sector in Rajouri
• Held strategic meetings with field commanders
• Reviewed anti-infiltration and counter-terror operations in sensitive districts like Kathua, Udhampur, Doda, Kishtwar, Rajouri, and Poonch

The Anti-Infiltration Grid in the Rajouri-Poonch belt has been further reinforced to ensure zero terrorist infiltration.

Amarnath Yatra 2025: Tightened Security on the Agenda

The Army Chief also participated in a top-level security meeting chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah at Raj Bhawan, Jammu.

The meeting focused on:

• Ensuring safe and smooth conduct of the upcoming Amarnath Yatra
• Enhancing anti-terror operations and border vigilance
• Reviewing deployment patterns and intelligence sharing mechanisms

Conclusion: India’s Security, In Capable Hands

The tour of Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi is symbolic not just in spirit but in substance as well—it’s a declaration of India’s unyielding focus on national security. With courageous officers such as Neha Bhandari and unrelenting synergy between the Army and BSF, India is battle-ready.

With Operation Sindoor remapping border dynamics, India’s message to the world is clear as day: Every inch of our territory is holy, and any threat will be countered with ferocity.

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