Army could induct ‘another division of troops’ in eastern Ladakh as China continues build-up
China is learnt to have not only continued with troop build-up but also brought in heavier-calibre weapons with longer ranges at certain LAC locations
Army could induct ‘another division of troops’ in eastern Ladakh as China continues build-up
An army convoy moving towards the Zojilla pass in Drass | Representational image | ANI New Delhi : The Army is considering inducting additional troop strength of upto a division along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh in response to the constant troop build-up by China in the region, ThePrint has learnt. This would mean additional troops of almost 12,000 personnel being moved to eastern Ladakh for acclimatisation and subsequent deployment if the need arises, according to defence sources. “As the Chinese build-up increases, there is a requirement of corresponding increase of troops on our side. It is being discussed if another division of troops should be inducted in eastern Ladakh,” said a source. Operational Preparedness Has Been Reviewed By Centre Amid Ladakh Stand-off: Report Once finalised, this will be over and above the existing troop deployment of over three divisions in eastern Ladakh since May when the standoff with China began and intensified with the Galwan Vall…
