Lieutenant General Abhijit Pendharkar, the new General Officer Commanding of the Indian Army’s SpearCorps, conducted a thorough review of the internal security situation and operational readiness at the Assam Rifles formation in his recent visit to Churachandpur, Manipur.

Lt Gen Pendharkar, who took command on August 10, praised the troops for their professionalism, selfless commitment, and high morale, emphasizing the importance of reinforcing security measures and ensuring operational preparedness in the region.

A 1990 alumnus of the Assam Regiment, Lt Gen Pendharkar brings over 34 years of experience, including counter-insurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir and commanding formations along the Line of Control, to his new role. His extensive career across various terrains and operational environments is expected to be pivotal in addressing the current security challenges in Manipur.