Armed forces given full freedom to deal with any aggressive behaviour by China’s PLA along the LAC

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh yesterday held a high-level meeting with the Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat and three service Chiefs on the situation in Ladakh.

According to reports, the armed forces were given full freedom to deal with any aggressive behaviour by China’s PLA along the LAC.

The meet also discussed adopting a different tactical approach in guarding the border with China henceforth. Top military brass were also told to ensure strict vigil on Chinese activities around land border, airspace and in strategic sea lanes.