Bathinda: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Thursday visited the Chetak Corps at Bathinda Military Station and the renowned Nagi War Memorial in Sriganganagar, officials reported.
During the visit, Gen Dwivedi was briefed by the General Officer Commanding, Chetak Corps, on the operational readiness of units in the sector, the prevailing security situation, ongoing training, and operational logistics, according to an official release.
He paid tribute to fallen soldiers by laying a wreath at the Nagi War Memorial, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of the nation.
The COAS lauded the seamless coordination between the Indian Army and the Border Security Force (BSF) in ensuring robust border management for national security. He also appreciated the professionalism and commitment displayed by all ranks and stressed the importance of operational readiness and realistic training for effective mission execution.
Gen Dwivedi engaged with veterans, prominent citizens, and participants of the historic 1971 Battle of Nagi, acknowledging their role in protecting the nation’s frontiers and strengthening the military-civilian bond.
He felicitated four distinguished veterans—Colonel Satpal Rai Gabba (retd), Lieutenant Colonel Jagjit Singh Maan (retd), Craftsman Banwari Lal Swami (retd), and Subedar Major Sis Ram (retd)—for their significant contributions to the armed forces, nation-building, and environmental conservation.
The visit underscored the Army’s steadfast commitment to safeguarding India’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while upholding the legacy of courage, dedication, and sacrifice that defines the Indian armed forces, the release said.
