Top Army officers in state
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 10, 2011:
General Officer Commanding-in-chief of Eastern Command Lt Gen Bikram Singh accompanied GOC 3 Corps Lt Gen NK Singh arrived yesterday in Manipur on a two day visit.
According to a PIB (DW) release, the Army Commander reviewed security arrangements in the State and was briefed by GOC 57 Mountain Division DS Hooda at Leimakhong.
Lt Gen Bikram is informed to have lauded efforts of the soldiers fighting militancy in the State in a professional manner in the true traditions of the Army.
Apart from appreciating commitment of the army in helping the people of the State through various military civic action projects, the Eastern Command chief also complemented the Red Shield Division for their efforts to usher peace in the State, added the release.
The Army commander will leave for Dimapur on February 11.