Jammu, Aug 17: The Army held a core group meeting to review the security situation in the Jammu region at the Nagrota-based White Knight Corps, officials said on Sunday.At the meeting held late Saturday, Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma complimented the synergy between various security agencies in the region.“Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander, Northern Command, chaired a Core Group Security Review meeting at Nagrota with senior officials of the Army, Police, CRPF and other security agencies,” the Northern Command said on X.According to an official statement issued by the Northern Command, Lieutenant General Sharma acknowledged the coordination displayed by the security forces operating in Jammu. He lauded the operational synergy that has been maintained across different agencies, underscoring the collective effort in safeguarding the region.The meeting provided a platform for detailed deliberations on ongoing operations, intelligence inputs and future security challenges. While the Army has not disclosed specific measures that were discussed, the review is understood to have focused on strengthening counter-infiltration strategies, enhancing joint operations and ensuring seamless communication among agencies.The White Knight Corps, headquartered in Nagrota, has been at the centre of the Army’s operations in Jammu, particularly in counter-terror and counter-infiltration roles. Regular review meetings such as this have been pivotal in maintaining preparedness and operational coordination in a region that continues to remain sensitive due to its proximity to the Line of Control and the international border.Officials noted that the security apparatus in Jammu has been kept on alert, with forces maintaining strict vigil across vulnerable points. The Army, Police and paramilitary units have been jointly working to neutralize emerging threats, with the Northern Command reiterating its commitment to ensuring peace and stability in the region.
