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Home Minister Amit Shah extends raising day greetings to Assam Rifles

Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended his wishes to Assam Rifles personnel and their families on its raising day on Sunday.

In his post on X, Shah said, “Greetings to the personnel of Assam Rifles and their family members on their raising day. The ever-vigilant and victorious force has stood as a bulwark, guarding the nation’s internal security in the Northeast and securing the people. Salute to the lion-heart soldiers who laid their lives for the motherland.”

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also extended his greetings and said that the force has played a crucial role in maintaining peace in the region.

“Greetings to all the personnel of The Assam Rifles, India’s oldest paramilitary service, on their Raising Day. Known as the ‘Sentinels of North East’, the force has played a crucial role in maintaining peace in the region & assisting people during times of need,” the Assam CM said.

The Assam Rifles, established in 1835, is also known as militia called the ‘Cachar Levy’.

Presently, the Assam Rifles persist in their deployment across some of the most remote and underdeveloped territories, ensuring the safety of local residents.

Since its establishment with 17 battalions in 1960, the force has experienced substantial growth, now comprising 46 battalions. Furthermore, it maintains a training centre and several logistics units.

Through its prolonged service in tribal regions, the Assam Rifles has garnered the full confidence of the populace and significantly contributed to their integration into the national fabric.

ANI

Ani service

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