New Delhi/Imphal, Feb 23 (NationPress) The Director General (DG) of the Assam Rifles, Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera, convened a meeting with Manipur's Chief Minister, Yumnam Khemchand Singh, in New Delhi to assess the current law and order dynamics within the state, as confirmed by officials.

According to an official in Imphal, this meeting took place at Manipur Bhawan in New Delhi, where the Assam Rifles DG provided Chief Minister Khemchand Singh with insights regarding the pivotal role and operations of India's oldest paramilitary force in Manipur.

The Assam Rifles is tasked with securing the India–Myanmar border spanning four Northeastern states: Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, and Nagaland.

Notably, Manipur shares a 398-km stretch of unfenced international border with Myanmar.

During the discussions, the Chief Minister commended the Assam Rifles for its essential contributions to restoring peace and normalcy in the region.

Apart from border security, Assam Rifles personnel are also deployed to ensure law and order within Manipur.

Simultaneously, the Assam Rifles has organized a National Integration Tour under its civic action program for representatives from Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) hailing from the Tengnoupal, Chandel, and Kakching districts of Manipur, as part of its Northeast initiative, which has now reached Dimapur in Nagaland.

A Defence Spokesman stated that the delegation comprises 23 members along with 68 officials and troops, embarking on a 15-day journey aimed at promoting national unity, enhancing civil–military cooperation, and broadening perspectives on governance and development.

On February 21, the group had an interactive session with Lieutenant General Abhijit S. Pendharkar, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 3 Corps, in Dimapur.

The dialogue underscored the significance of civil–military synergy and the constructive contributions of CSOs toward community development, conflict resolution, and nation-building.

Participants gained firsthand knowledge about the responsibilities of the Indian Army and the Assam Rifles in ensuring national security while fostering peace and progress throughout the Northeastern region.

This interaction offered a valuable opportunity for open dialogue, facilitating the exchange of ideas on regional challenges, security issues, and developmental initiatives.

It reinforced trust between military forces and civil society, emphasizing the shared responsibility of all parties in upholding peace and stability.

Following this engagement, the delegation traveled by bus to Kohima to continue the next phase of the National Integration Tour, a vital initiative aimed at strengthening community engagement and fostering harmonious relations across the region.