Indian Army unit begins four-day �Pine Prahar� exercise

Article Posted on : - May 31, 2011

JALANDHAR (PTI): Indian Army's Vajra Corps, better known as "Defenders of Punjab", have begun a 4-day exercise called 'Pine Prahar' somewhere in the western sector.

The exercise, which began Monday, envisages swift mobilisation of units and formations, and offensive manoeuvres.

In an interaction with journalists, Lt Gen Munish Sibal, General Officer Commanding of Vajra Corps, dwelt on various facets of the exercise.

He said Vajra Corps was fully ready to safeguard the border of the state at any given time.

Over 12,000 troops are taking part in the exercise.

India's oldest Corps, Vajra has a history spanning over half-a-century.

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