Gen Ranbir Singh reviews Kashmir security situation

SRINAGAR: Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Ranbir Singh Tuesday reviewed the prevailing security situation in the Kashmir Valley, a defence spokesman said.

Lt Gen Singh, accompanied by Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen KJS Dhillon, visited the hinterland formations in south Kashmir.

The Army commander was briefed by local commanders on the existing security situation and the measures instituted to ensure close coordination with all government agencies towards maintaining vigil and peace in the Valley, the spokesman said.

He emphasised on creation of an empowering atmosphere for the public to observe normalcy during the holy month of Ramzan.

Expressing his satisfaction over the synergetic conduct of the entire security apparatus, the Army commander stressed on the need to continue the same and urged the forces to take necessary steps to ensure adequate domination.