New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS) Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visited forward locations in the Central Sector as part of an initiative to ensuring robust infrastructure development in strategically vital border regions, an official said on Monday.

During the visit from November 15 to 17, the Defence Secretary was briefed at Pithoragarh on major operational matters by the General Officer Commanding, Uttar Bharat Area and Commander 119 (I) Infantry Brigade Group on operational aspects.

During his visit to Navidang, he interacted with the concerned Battalion Commanders and Chief Engineer Project Hirak of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO).

They apprised him on operational aspects and the progress of critical border infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing strategic mobility and strength

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