We respect Kashmiris' concerns: Army commander
Thursday December 29, 2011 10:29:09 PM,
IANS
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Srinagar: 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.
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