New Delhi, March 29 (NationPress) In a strategic move to enhance combat readiness, the Kharga Corps of the Indian Army's Western Command initiated a 72-hour long 'Exercise Recce', as confirmed by an official on Sunday.

"Recce has been launched. Silent operations. No evidence left behind. No chances for error. 72 hours in concealment -- only the tenacious will prevail. Exercise in progress," a post from the Western Command declared on the social media platform X.

Additionally, the Western Command welcomed 100 NSS students and faculty from the Post Graduate College at Sector-1 in Panchkula. The visit included a tour of the War Museum, Veer Smriti War Memorial, a motivational film screening, a Drone Display, and an interactive session at the Manekshaw Auditorium -- aimed at inspiring awareness and fostering a deeper connection with the Indian Army.

In a separate initiative, the Army's Central Command recently executed 'Exercise Vayu Prahar' in the challenging high-altitude terrain of Himachal Pradesh, reinforcing its capabilities in drone and counter-Unmanned Aircraft System operations.

"By integrating cutting-edge surveillance grids, swift detection systems, and precision neutralization capabilities, this exercise confirmed the Indian Army's prowess in identifying, deterring, and effectively neutralizing aerial threats in complex mountainous settings," stated a post from the Central Command.

"From initial detection to final engagement, each hostile unmanned aerial vehicle was meticulously tracked, targeted, and neutralized, illustrating seamless collaboration, technological superiority, and operational excellence," it continued.

In another news update, Lieutenant General Harbinder Singh Vandra, the General Officer Commanding of the Madhya Bharat Area of the Indian Army's Central Command, inaugurated a state-of-the-art ECHS Polyclinic in Cuttack, Odisha, on Sunday. This new facility marks a significant advancement in providing accessible and quality healthcare for our veterans.

According to the statement, "The clinic offers a wide range of outpatient services, specialist consultations, advanced diagnostics, and essential medical support all in one location. Designed with a patient-centric focus, it guarantees timely and efficient care for Ex-Servicemen, Veer Naris, Veer Matas, and their family members."

"This initiative reinforces the Indian Army's steadfast commitment to supporting those who have served the nation with honor. By strengthening the ECHS network, we remain dedicated to our veterans with dignity, care, and gratitude," the Central Command added.