Kashmir Impulse Desk
Srinagar, Nov 08
Chief of Defence Staff General N S Raja Subramani visited Kashmir to review the security situation, operational preparedness and deployment of the Armed Forces in forward areas and the hinterland.
The visit was his first to the Valley since assuming charge as the country’s third Chief of Defence Staff.
During the visit, Subramani assessed the readiness of troops deployed at strategically important locations, including forward positions along the Line of Control and areas in the hinterland.
The review covered the prevailing security environment, force deployments and operational requirements in the region’s difficult terrain and climatic conditions.
He interacted with personnel from the Army, Navy and Air Force and extended Diwali greetings to troops deployed in forward areas.
The CDS commended their commitment to safeguarding the country’s borders and maintaining operational readiness while remaining away from their families during the festival.
He also highlighted the importance of jointness among the three services in improving operational effectiveness and maintaining troop morale.
“The dedication and professionalism of our personnel, who continue to perform their duties with resilience even during important festivals while remaining away from their families, is truly commendable,” he said, according to official accounts of the interaction.
Subramani assumed charge as Chief of Defence Staff on May 31, 2026, succeeding General Anil Chauhan.
A commissioned officer of the Garhwal Rifles, he has held several senior military appointments, including Vice Chief of the Army Staff.
His visit coincided with Diwali, when troops deployed in remote and high-altitude areas of the Valley continued their security duties.
Officials said the interaction was intended to acknowledge the contribution of personnel maintaining the security grid in Jammu and Kashmir and reinforce the need for sustained operational preparedness.
