Srinagar, Dec 29 (IANS) The Indian Army respects human rights and fully understands sensitivities of people in Kashmir, a top officer said Thursday.
Lieutenant General K.T. Parnaik, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Indian Army’s Northern Command, visited the Line of Control (LOC) Thursday to review the security arrangements.
He was accompanied by Lieutenant General S.A. Hasnain, GOC of the Srinagar-based Chinar corps.
Parnaik also interacted with troops deployed in the LOC in the Baramulla sector.
‘The army commander complimented all troops for their outstanding vigilance and state of preparedness throughout 2011. He also conveyed his appreciation for the manner in which the troops have respected all human right norms and ensured full understanding of the sensitivities of the awam (people),’ a defence ministry press release here said.
