DC stresses security cover to farmers in fringe areas
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIO / IPR

Bishnupur, August 20 2025: Deputy commissioner Pooja Elangbam on Wednesday attended a Civil-Military Fusion Camp at the Army Camp in Bishnupur held to foster better coordination and understanding between civil administration and the military.

As part of the programme, PowerPoint presentations were delivered by both civil and military representatives.

DC Pooja Elangbam presented on behalf of the civil administration, while the military presentation was given by a senior army officer.

In her presentation, Pooja Elangbam highlighted several key areas where the Indian Army could play an instrumental role.

These included: providing security to farmers in fringe areas for cultivation activities; conducting civic action programmes at relief camps; organising awareness programmes for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) on law and order; collaborating with the District Police, Revenue Department, and DRDO wherever necessary; and facilitating community outreach initiatives, such as women's football tournaments.

The deputy commissioner also engaged in discussions with security officials regarding the prevailing law and order situation in the district's fringe areas.

Acknowledging the challenges faced by the security forces, she assured them of the district administration's continued support and cooperation to the best of its capacity.

The military presentation emphasised enhancing functional synergy between the Indian Army, civil administration, police, and Central Armed Police Forces.

It also focused on improving situational awareness and boosting operational efficiency.

The day's camp served as a significant platform for collaborative dialogue and strategic planning between the civil administration and the Indian Army.

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