GOC reviews operational readiness in Kathua

The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Rising Star Corps visited Kathua district in the Jammu division to review operational preparedness and interact with troops deployed in remote areas.

An official statement said, “GOC Rising Star Corps reviewed operational preparedness of troops deployed in the Bani–Macchedi Sector, Kathua, and lauded their courage, dedication and high state of readiness.”

The Bani–Macchedi region has witnessed multiple terror attacks and encounters in recent years. Intelligence agencies have recently detected movement of Pakistani terrorists in the area, which lies along a traditional infiltration route from across the International Border.

After entering Indian territory, terrorists often move through this sector towards the mountainous districts of Doda and Kishtwar, which are covered by dense forests. The Army maintains strict vigil in the Bani–Macchedi sector to prevent terrorists from infiltrating into the region.