Assam Rifles initiated a National Integration Tour from Kadamtala in Manipur’s Jiribam as part of the Civic Action Programme. The tour, flagged off for 15 female and two male members of JIMPAL from Jiribam, is aimed at exploring India’s cultural heritage. JIMPAL, a women’s organization in Manipur, focuses on social welfare and community advocacy.
The participants were warmly welcomed at Kadamtala for the flagging off ceremony before setting off on a 10-day journey to cities like Guwahati, Kolkata, and Shillong. Customized blazers were presented to the participants, emphasizing their role as community ambassadors. The tour, led by Assam Rifles, aims to promote national integration and pride among the people of Northeastern states.
The event, graced by Assam Rifles Commandant Col Prasant Singh Chundawat, encouraged the participants to share their experiences and foster harmony in their community. The itinerary includes visits to historically significant monuments and tourist attractions in various cities. Assam Rifles regularly organizes such tours to broaden horizons and promote unity in the region.
The Army is also conducting an 11-day exposure tour to West Bengal for college students from Arunachal Pradesh’s border areas. This initiative, part of ‘Operation Sadbhavna,’ focuses on eco-tourism and skill development among the youth. Thirty students from NEFTU College in West Siang district, accompanied by faculty members, embarked on an educational journey to Darjeeling and Kalimpong.
