Army Chief Dalbir Singh meets Mehbooba Mufti, discusses security for Anantnag by-polls

Following his meeting with Jammu and Kashmir Governor NN Vohra yesterday, Chief of Army Staff General Dalbir Singh, called upon Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti in Srinagar today and covered a wide range of issues from the overall security scenario to the specific arrangements for the forthcoming Amarnath Yatra and the by-poll Assembly elections.

Earlier in the day, the Army Chief was briefed by Lt Gen Satish Dua about the preparedness of Chinar Corps in dealing with the emerging security challenges and measures to thwart any misadventure by the inimical forces.

The Corps Commander also highlighted the measures adopted to integrate the efforts of various security forces for efficient intelligence network and synergised conduct of operations.

The Chief also visited the forward area of Baramulla as also Awantipura where he was briefed upon the operational readiness by the respective formation Commanders.

The Chief also interacted with officers and men during the visit complimenting them for their untiring efforts.

Expressing his satisfaction over the measures instituted by Chinar Corps to ensure security in the valley, Gen. Dalbir Singh reiterated on the continued need for integration and close coordination amongst all security agencies.