SRINAGAR: General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Army’s Northern Command, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, visited troops deployed at the icy heights of the Siachen Glacier on the eve of Diwali and extended festive greetings to them.
During his visit to the world’s highest battlefield, the Army Commander interacted with soldiers deployed in the challenging terrain and commended their courage, resilience and unwavering commitment to duty.
The Army’s Northern Command shared details of the visit in a post on X, stating that Lt Gen Sharma conveyed warm festive greetings to the troops and lauded their indomitable spirit.
“Amidst unforgiving terrain, the resolve of the Indian Army shines brighter than a thousand lights,” the Northern Command said.
The Army also highlighted the importance of leadership standing alongside troops serving in extreme conditions, stating: “Courage in every step, fortitude in every heart: leadership stands with its troops.”
