Western Army Commander Lt Gen Surinder Singh visits the forward areas and interacts with commanders and troops on Friday. Tribune photo

Tribune News Service

Dharamsala, February 9

Lt Gen Surinder Singh AVSM, VSM, Western Army Commander, visited the forward areas of Samba and Pathankot sectors on February 8 and 9. Army authorities said today that the General was briefed by Lt Gen YVK Mohan, GOC Rising Star Corps, on prevailing situation in Jammu and Pathankot region and security arrangements.The Army Commander reviewed the preparedness of the Army in the region and stressed on foolproof security measures. He appreciated the coordinated measures being taken by Army in the border areas.The Army Commander stressed on need of high alertness and operational preparedness in view of the prevailing situation on the Indo-Pak border. He also interacted with commanders and troops during his visit.