New Delhi, 24 March (H.S.):

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini have extended their greetings to the Assam Rifles on the force’s foundation day, lauding the soldiers and their families for their courage, discipline and commitment to the nation. The leaders described the Assam Rifles as a key pillar of India’s security architecture in the Northeast, safeguarding borders while strengthening communal trust through humanitarian support.

In a message posted on the social‑media platform X, Amit Shah said the men of the Assam Rifles guard the country’s sensitive frontier areas in the Northeast, enduring harsh terrain and hostile conditions to protect the borders. He highlighted that the force also engages in relief and community outreach, which helps build faith between the security establishment and local populations.

The Home Minister also paid tribute to the martyrs of the Assam Rifles, saluting those who laid down their lives in the line of duty.

Dr. Virendra Kumar marked the 191st raising day of the Assam Rifles by extending his greetings to serving personnel, veterans and their families. He said the force, symbolising valour, discipline and dedication, plays a vital role in border defence and national security, and its efforts deserve appreciation.

The minister underscored that the Assam Rifles not only counters security threats but also stands with communities during crises, reinforcing the bond between the armed forces and the public.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini referred to the Assam Rifles as the “guardians of the Northeast”, saying their unwavering courage and commitment to unity, integrity and safety of the country serve as an inspiration. He stressed that the force’s role in maintaining peace along the India‑Myanmar border and in sensitive hill regions is central to the stability of the entire region.

The Assam Rifles was raised in 1835, making it the oldest paramilitary force in the country. Ever since, it has been actively involved in frontier security, counter‑insurgency, disaster‑relief operations and humanitarian assistance, while also helping to build confidence between authorities and local communities. Today, the force functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs and operational control of the Ministry of Defence, continuing its long‑standing role as one of the main sentinels of peace and security in Northeast India.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar