Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh, the Army Commander of the Sapta Shakti Command, conducted a significant review of the operational readiness of the Tanot Brigade and the elite Russell Vipers in Rajasthan, near the sensitive India-Pakistan border. These two military units are crucial for safeguarding national security in a historically volatile region.
During his visit, Lt Gen Singh focused on evaluating combat preparedness and the status of infrastructure upgrades. He took the time to interact with the troops, commending their unwavering professionalism, courage, and exceptional state of readiness. He acknowledged the effective coordination among ranks, highlighting modernization initiatives like the integration of drone-based surveillance and the development of a digital combat infrastructure. An Integrated Health Centre has also been established to further support the troops’ operational endurance.
The Tanot area is rich in military heritage, particularly recognized for the Tanot Mata Temple, which famously endured over 3,000 enemy bombs during the 1971 Battle of Longewala. This inspection aligns with the recently launched Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan initiative, which aims to promote battlefield tourism and revitalize war memorials such as Longewala. The initiative is expected to spur regional development and enhance patriotic awareness among the public.
Lt Gen Singh’s visit takes place against the backdrop of wider efforts to bolster military efficiency along the western front. Recent data indicates a 15% increase in operational effectiveness due to improved surveillance and advanced technology. The Army Commander expressed his confidence in the troops’ readiness and applauded their significant contributions to command-level missions and national defense goals.
The review underscored the Indian Army’s ongoing commitment to transitioning into a technologically empowered and combat-ready force, capable of addressing modern threats with both resilience and innovation.
