Army prepared to deal with any situation, says Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita

Eastern Army commander Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita on Sunday said that the Army was fully prepared to deal with any situation on the northern, western or eastern fronts and protect the country's territorial integrity.

Kalita was in Guwahati to attend the Purvottar Swabhiman Utsav, which is celebrating the contribution of northeast India in nation-building.

When asked about reports of alleged Chinese intrusion, Kalita told the media persons, "It is not 1962 anymore, it is 2022. The nation has made great progress in all domains - military, economic or foreign affairs... India is completely prepared to meet any challenge and emerging situation and will protect the territorial integrity of the country at all costs."


Kalita said that apart from four districts in upper Assam, the insurgency situation is completely under control. He said the recent attack on an Army vehicle in Tinsukia district was an aberration.