Srinagar, Sep 29 (KNS): Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Friday arrived in Srinagar to begin her two day Kashmir visit. Accompanied by Army Chief Bipin Rawat, she was received here at the Old Airfield by the Northern Army commander and Chinar Corps commander.
According to Army spokesperson, the Defence Minister visited the forward areas in the afternoon where she interacted with the soldiers.
The two-day visit would be her first since she assumed office as the Defence Minister of the India.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
According to sources, she will also visit the line of actual control (LAC) between India and China in the Ladakh region and the Siachen Glacier.
“She will take stock of the overall situation in the valley with top army commanders focusing on anti-militancy operations those have taken a heavy toll of militants during the recent months,” sources added. (KNS)