SACRIFICE OF OUR BRAVE SON WILL NOT GO IN VAIN: GEN RAWAT

JAMMU: Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Monday assured the family of slain 44 RR soldier Aurangzeb that supreme sacrifice of brave son of India will not go in vain.

“The army chief visited late rifleman Aurangzeb’s native village Salani in Poonch to meet the bereaved family and condole his death. Speaking to his father Mohammed Hanief, the army chief assured all possible assistance to the family.” said defence spokesman Col NN Joshi.

“He also assured the family that supreme sacrifice rendered by the brave son of India will not go in vain,” he added.

Earlier, General Rawat had visited forward areas on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir and was briefed by General Officer Commanding of 16 Corps Lt Gen Saranjeet Singh on the prevailing security situation. Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Ranbir Singh also accompanied

Gen Rawat during his visit.

The army chief interacted with the soldiers and complemented them for their professionalism, selfless commitment and loyalty.

He exhorted the troops to continue their work with zeal and dedication to overcome the challenges posted by weather, enemy and terrorism.

mountains and thick forests from Baltal and Pahalgam. Officials said a three-tier security cordon will be in place.

“Additional forces are being given orientation training. Their deployment is going on and checkpoints are being laid. Though there is a general threat to the yatra, there is nothing specific,’’ Sahi said, adding, “threat perception is higher this year.”