DGAR stresses on maintaining security of India-Myanmar border

Director General of Assam Rifles, Lt. Gen Vikas Lakhera, on Tuesday, emphasised the importance of maintaining security and sanctity of the India-Myanmar border.
Addressing the Assam Rifles Inspector General’s Conference 2025 at Headquarters Directorate General Assam Rifles (DGAR) here in Meghalaya, Lakhera said that the paramilitary force should be prepared for all contingencies and security challenges arising in the future.
The conference was attended by formation commanders, Battalion Commanders, and Staff Officers from Headquarters DGAR and formations.
Assam Rifles Spokesperson said that the paramilitary officials discussed on enhancing the capability and combat potential of the Assam Rifles, preparing a roadmap on acquisition of new generation weapon systems and military equipment for Assam Rifles and sharing of best practices among formations and units and lessons learned to enhance overall efficiency of the force.
Assam Rifles, the oldest paramilitary force in the country, has the twin responsibility of guarding the treacherous the 1,643-km India-Myanmar border and also conducting counter-insurgency operations in Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Nagaland.
Lakhera complimented all ranks of the Force for their professional conduct and performance under challenging circumstances.
The Assam Rifles Chief complimented the formation and unit commanders for ensuring peace and tranquillity in their respective areas of responsibility.
He also exhorted them to be ever vigilant on the volatile and dynamic environment under which the Force operates.
“The Assam Rifles Inspector General’s Conference 2025 provides a valuable platform for the Commanders to deliberate on critical issues related to combat potential, operational preparedness, administrative issues and human resource management issues,” the spokesperson said.
He said the conference concluded with a renewed commitment from all attendees to uphold the highest standards of operational readiness and to continuously strive for excellence in all spheres.