GS 3 Part XX
The Assam Rifles, the oldest and most decorated para military force in India celebrated its 189th Raising Day on Sunday at its headquarters here in the Meghalaya capital and across the North East.
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Assam Rifles remains committed to modernize its equipment profile in terms of acquisition of state of art, weapons, surveillance and protective equipment
Assam Rifles has created the first amongst Central Armed Police Forces, a cyber security operation centre to safeguard its networks from cyber intrusions.
Assam Rifles has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Universities to upskill its manpower and accredit the academic and training programme of Assam Rifles.
Raised in 1835, the Assam Rifles has done yeoman service to the nation and contributed immensely in bringing peace in the North East states.
Assam Rifles has been awarded with two Shaurya Chakra, eight Sena Medals, 412 Presidential and Governors medals. The Force has also excelled in sports by winning 163 medals at national level and 22 medals at international level in various sports events in the year 2023-24.
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