Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, Western Army commander discuss border security, disaster response

Chandigarh: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday held a meeting with Western Command Army commander Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh and discussed the need to strengthen coordination on border management, internal security, disaster response and operational preparedness.The discussion also focused on expediting ongoing projects in border areas and evolving a coordinated framework to tackle emerging security and humanitarian challenges. Mann said, "Punjab shares a 550-km international border, making stronger civil-military coordination crucial." He stressed the need to enhance confidence and trust through coordinated policymaking and stronger internal security mechanisms.He also highlighted the importance of evolving a mutual and foolproof strategy to effectively respond to natural disasters, external threats and other crises. He stressed the need for close cooperation between civil administration and the Armed forces. Deliberations were held on issues related to border management, internal security, youth empowerment, rehabilitation of Agniveers and important land acquisition cases linked to operational preparedness. Discussions were also held regarding disaster management, recruitment in the armed forces and welfare initiatives, including housing projects for serving Army personnel and veterans.MSID:: 131092600 413 |