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Aatmanirbhar Bharat: MoD signs Rs 3,000 crore contract with BEL for procurement of two Integrated Electronic Warfare Systems ‘Project Himshakti’
Ministry of Defence, on March 24, 2023, signed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Hyderabad for procurement of two Integrated Electronic Warfare Systems ‘Project Himshakti’ at an overall cost of approximately Rs 3,000 crore. The project is under the Buy {Indian – IDMM (Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured)} category comprising contemporary and niche technologies.
‘Project Himshakti’ will encourage participation of Indian Electronics and associated industries, including MSMEs, which are sub vendors of BEL. It will generate employment of approximately three lakh man-days over a period of two years. The project is a significant leap forward in developing indigenous capabilities making the country ‘Aatmanirbhar’, in consonance with the Make-in-India initiative of the Government.
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Assam Rifles Distributes CGI Sheets & Solar Lamps to Orphanage in Ukhrul District
Somsai Battalion under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) under the Assam Rifles Civic Action Program (ARCAP) provided CGI sheets and solar lamps to Floringson Luirei orphanage in Shirui village, Ukhrul District on 23 Mar 2023.
Based on the request of Shirui village authorities to refurbish the orphanage, CGI sheets and solar lamps were handed over to the custodian of Floringson Luirei orphanage. The assistance will aid 20 elderly people residing in the orphanage.
The Shirui village authorities have appreciated the efforts of Assam Rifles and have urged to undertake more such initiatives in Ukhrul District benefiting the community.
Assam Rifles Celebrates 188th Raising Day and Director General’s Conclave, Hon’ble Minister of Tourism, Culture and Development of North East Region, Shri G Kishan Reddy, Graces the Occasion at Shillong
Assam Rifles the oldest and most decorated Para Military Force of the Country is celebrating its 188th Raising Day on 24 March 2023, at its Laitkor Garrison, Shillong and also its various formation and Units in the North East and J&K. Raised on 24 Mar 1835 the Force has done yeoman service to the Nation and contributed immensely in bringing peace in the North East states.
This year the celebration of the Raising Day was graced by Hon’ble Minister of Tourism, Culture and Development of North East Region, Shri G Kishan Reddy, as the Chief Guest. The Hon’ble Minister alongwith Lt Gen P C Nair, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, PhD, DG Assam Rifles and all ranks of the Force paid homage to the Bravehearts of the Force who in the past 188 years have made the Supreme Sacrifice in the line of duty at the War Memorial in Shillong. The Hon’ble Minister also addressed all ranks of the Force in a Special Sainik Sammelan wherein he complimented all ranks for their outstanding contribution in fighting insurgency in the North East & Kashmir.
The Force has continued to prove its mettle in Operations in 2022-23. During this period three Battalions received Chief of the Army Staff Unit Citation and five Battalions received General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Unit Citation. In addition personels of the Force were awarded with one Shaurya Chakra, seven Sena Medals, 411 Presidential and Governors Medals.
The Force has also excelled in Sports by winning six medals in International Games (Gold-01, Silver-01& Bronze-04), National Games (Gold-17, Silver-17& Bronze-15) and AIPDM (Gold-31, Silver-25 & Bronze-26) in the year 2022-23.
In a unique and iconic moment, former DGs of the Force were also present on the occasion and were able to interact with all ranks of the Force. and share their valuable experience.
With every passing year, the Assam Rifles continues to stand strong amongst the people of the North East. As the region moves towards development and prosperity, the Force continues to instill a sense of security amongst the locals. The celebration of the Assam Rifles Raising Day is not a stand alone, but celebrated by all locals from the different corners of the North East, reaffirming the Assam Rifles motto as the ‘Friends of the North East’. As the Government increases its focus towards the Act East Policy 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’.
Lt Col MS Rawat
