AR commanders' conference held in Shillong
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, April 10 2023:
Assam Rifles Commanders' Conference 2023 was held at Directorate General Assam Rifles headquarters at Laitkor, Shillong on April 8 and 9 with DG AR lieutenant general PC Nair chairing the conference in the presence of formation commanders, battalion commanders and staff officers of DGAR HQ and formations.
According to PRO IGAR (S), the emphasis of the conference was on further improving the operational and administrative efficiency by drawing lessons from the past with an overall aim of living up to their title of 'Sentinels of the North East' and the 'Force that Binds the North East' .
During the conference, the director general complimented the formation and unit commanders for ensuring peace and tranquillity in their respective areas of responsibility.
He also exhorted them to be ever vigilant on the volatile and dynamic environment under which the Force operates.
He brought out that the Assam Rifles has always identified itself with the people of the North East and ensured their security and well-being.
The Director General also released a compendium titled "1962: The Great Himalayan War of Valour, Glory, Sacrifice" which highlights the role of Assam Rifles on the front lines in the 1962 war.
Incidentally 143 brave-hearts laid down their lives in the 1962 war and Assam Rifles soldiers were awarded five Vir Chakra, five Kirti Chakra, two Shaurya Chakra and two Sena medals for their valour in the war.
The Rajbhasha Trophies were presented to 27 Assam Rifles (1st prize), 16 Assam Rifles (2nd prize) and 9 Assam Rifles (3rd prize) for outstanding contribution in implementation of 'Hindi' our national language.
A welfare meet was conducted where in veer naris were felicitated.
Followed by the conference, a special screening of the movie on Assam Rifles, 'Assam Rifles Through The Ages" was also organised.
The movie depicts the rich history, culture and contribution made by the Assam Rifles in the north eastern region since its inception as well as its role in the counter insurgency areas of Jammu and Kashmir and deployment of troops in various UN missions.
As part of the conference, sports teams of the force were also felicitated for their outstanding performance over the last one year.
The event culminated with a cultural programme that showcased the musical talent of renowned singer Kavya Limaye singing, catchy and mesmerising tunes at the Assam Rifles auditorium.
The Sentinels Band of Assam Rifles also participated and enthralled the audience with their performance.
The conference conducted once a year is focused on improving the operational and administrative efficiency of the Force to make it capable of carrying its task in the North East.