Manipur students explore heritage and innovation on National Integration Tour
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 18 2025:
A contingent of 22 students from Manipur, accompanied by three teachers, arrived in Kolkata on December 14 as part of a National Integration Tour (NIT) .
Organised by Assam Rifles, the tour aims to foster national unity by exposing youth to India's diverse geographical, cultural and scientific landscape.
According to a release issued by the IGAR (South), the journey commenced by road to Dimapur, followed by a rail journey through the Brahmaputra basin and North Bengal's tea gardens.
Upon reaching Kolkata, the students visited the historic Howrah Bridge and experienced the Kolkata Metro, gaining first hand exposure to the city's urban infrastructure.
On December 15, the group attended the Vijay Diwas Tattoo Show at the Mangai Pandey Training Ground.
The display of military precision and professionalism by the Indian Army served to deepen the students' understanding of the Armed Forces' ethos and instilled a sense of national pride.
The educational leg continued on December 16 with visits to the Alipur Zoological Park and Science City.
At the Zoo, the students engaged with themes of wildlife conservation and ecological balance.
Later, at Science City, interactive exhibits on space science and emerging technologies encouraged scientific curiosity and critical thinking.
By bridging the North East with the rest of the country, the NIT continues to reinforce the spirit of "Unity in Diversity," providing young minds with a comprehensive perspective on India's progress and heritage.




