Shillong: Assam Rifles, one of the oldest and most prestigious paramilitary forces in India, celebrated its 190th Raising Day on March 24 with great pride and solemnity at its headquarters in Meghalaya’s Shillong.
The milestone marks nearly two centuries of dedicated service, valour, and unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s borders.
Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera, AVSM, SM, DG Assam Rifles, along with all ranks of the Force, paid homage at the War Memorial in Shillong to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in the past.
The DG AR addressed all ranks of the Force wherein he complimented all ranks for their outstanding contribution in fighting insurgency in the Northeast and Kashmir.
A significant highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of the prestigious DGAR Banner for the year 2023-24 to its top-performing units with 36 Assam Rifles receiving the 2nd runner-up position, 3 Assam Rifles the 1st runner-up, and 4 Assam Rifles emerging as the winner.
The awards recognized the dedication, professionalism and outstanding contributions made by various battalions and units in ensuring the security and stability of the region.
The Force has continued to prove its mettle in Operations in 2024-25.
During the past year, four battalions of Assam Rifles received Chief of the Army Staff Unit Citation and six battalions received General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Unit Citation.
In addition, personnels of the Force were awarded with one Shaurya Chakra, eight Sena Medals, 400 Presidential and Governors Medals.
The Force has also excelled in sports by winning 254 medals at the national level and 21 medals at the international level in various sports events in the year 2024-25.
The Force remains committed to modernizing its equipment profile in terms of the acquisition of state of art, weapons, surveillance, and protective equipment.
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With every passing year, the Assam Rifles continues to stand strong amongst the people of the Northeast. As the region moves towards development and prosperity, the Force continues to instill a sense of security among the locals.
The Assam Rifles continues to evolve to meet new challenges and live up to its motto and its role as the ‘Sentinels of the North East’.
