Rajnath Singh Praises Army's Response To Border Terrorism On Western Frontier

Raksha Mantri reaffirmed faith of citizens in Army as one of the most trusted organisations.

- RAHUL CHHABRA

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday praised the Indian Army's response to cross border terrorism on the western frontier but added that the proxy war by the adversary continues.

"I compliment the excellent synergy between the CAPF/ Police forces and the Army in tackling the menace of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. The synergised operations in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir are contributing to increased stability in the region and the same should continue," he said at the Army Commanders' Conference.

On the current situation along northern borders, Raksha Mantri expressed full confidence that while troops are standing firm, ongoing talks for peaceful resolution will continue and disengagement and de-escalation is the way forward. The Raksha Mantri complimented the efforts of BRO, which has led to the quantum improvement of road communication in the borders both Western and Northern, while working under difficult conditions.

The Conference, an apex level biannual event, is being held in New Delhi and was conducted in virtual mode on 28th March and thereafter in physical mode on 1 and 2 April. During the event, Indian Army's apex leadership comprehensively deliberated upon all aspects of existing security scenarios, situation along the borders, in the hinterland and challenges for the present security apparatus.