National Integration Tour wraps up
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, March 22 2025: The National Integration Tour for 34 women from Manipur culminated in a grand flagging-in ceremony held at Haflong Hall, Mantripukhri on Saturday.

The participants of the tour were accorded a warm welcome by Maj Gen Ravroop Singh, YSM, SM, Inspector General Assam Rifles (South) and Navjeet Kaur, Regional President, ARWWA.

According to a release issued by HQ IGAR (South), the tour organised as part of Operation Sadbhavana provided a transformative experience, offering exposure to India's rich heritage, development, and the vital role of women in Nationbuilding.

The participants, hailing from different parts of Manipur, embarked on a journey through Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Kolkata, engaging in meaningful interactions and witnessing India's diverse cultural and developmental landscape.

The tour was a step towards empowerment and integration.

In Gujarat, they visited the Sabarmati Ashram, Statue of Unity, Dandi Kutir, Adalaj Stepwell, Indroda Park, Akshardham Temple, and Motera Stadium, gaining insights into history, resilience, and national progress.

A key highlight was their meeting with Acharya Devvrat, Governor of Gujarat, where discussions centred around the role of women in fostering unity and driving social change.

They also interacted with Major General Gaurav Bagga, General Officer Commanding, 11 RAPID, at Headquarter 11 RAPID, gaining a deeper understanding of the Indian Army's contributions beyond security.

In Kolkata, the participants explored Victoria Memorial and Mother Teresa's Tomb, drawing inspiration from historical figures who shaped India's inclusive ethos.

Their interaction with Lieutenant General Ram Chander Tiwari, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Command, underscored the importance of leadership, unity, and women's role in shaping Manipur's future.

The journey was more than a tour - it was a message of resilience and harmony.

The flagging-in ceremony was a celebration of the' spirit of Manipur's women, who returned with renewed inspiration to contribute to the State's progress.

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