General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is on a day-long visit to Manipur to review the security situation and operational readiness of Assam Rifles and Army formations deployed in the state.
The COAS was briefed on the ground conditions and ongoing initiatives aimed at ensuring peace and security. He reviewed the operational preparedness of troops and lauded their high standards of professionalism, resilience and dedication under challenging circumstances.
General Upendra Dwivedi also called on Manipur governor, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, and discussed matters pertaining to security and development. The meeting highlighted the collaborative efforts between civil administration and armed forces in fostering peace and progress in the region.
The COAS will also witness a match of the 134th edition of the Durand Cup at Khuman Lampak Stadium, marking the tournament's return to Imphal after two years.
General Dwivedi's visit reaffirmed the Indian Army's role in fostering peace, encouraging youth engagement through sports and supporting military-civil synergy in Manipur. At least 258 people have been killed and over a thousand people injured in the ethnic violence between the tribal Kuki-Zo and the non-tribal Meitei people in the state since May 3, 2023.
The COAS was briefed on the ground conditions and ongoing initiatives aimed at ensuring peace and security. He reviewed the operational preparedness of troops and lauded their high standards of professionalism, resilience and dedication under challenging circumstances.
General Upendra Dwivedi also called on Manipur governor, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, and discussed matters pertaining to security and development. The meeting highlighted the collaborative efforts between civil administration and armed forces in fostering peace and progress in the region.
The COAS will also witness a match of the 134th edition of the Durand Cup at Khuman Lampak Stadium, marking the tournament's return to Imphal after two years.
General Dwivedi's visit reaffirmed the Indian Army's role in fostering peace, encouraging youth engagement through sports and supporting military-civil synergy in Manipur. At least 258 people have been killed and over a thousand people injured in the ethnic violence between the tribal Kuki-Zo and the non-tribal Meitei people in the state since May 3, 2023.
