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Assam Rifles DG meets Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, reviews operational readiness in Nagaland

Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera, AVSM, SM, Director General of Assam Rifles met with Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio—assessed challenges faced by the under command units of the Dimapur sector

Published on May 22, 2025

By EMN

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  • Assam Rifles DG meets Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, reviews operational readiness in Nagaland


  • Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera, AVSM, SM, Director General of Assam Rifles, with Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Thursday.


  • DIMAPUR — Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera, AVSM, SM, Director General of Assam Rifles, conducted a comprehensive review of operational readiness and security measures in Dimapur sector during a visit on Thursday.

  • A press release issued by IGAR (North) stated that Lt Gen Lakhera met with Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio before visiting Kashiram Basti in Dimapur, where he assessed the operational readiness, ongoing activities, and challenges faced by the under command units of the Dimapur sector.

  • The visit aimed to evaluate the Assam Rifles' preparedness in safeguarding internal security and maintaining stability in the critical North East region.

  • During the visit, Lt Gen Lakhera interacted with the troops, commending their professionalism and commitment. Concluding his assessment, the DG reiterated the necessity of maintaining heightened vigilance and underscored the importance of robust civil-military cooperation to ensure sustained peace and security in the region.

  • He also affirmed the Assam Rifles' continued commitment to supporting and collaborating with local communities, fostering mutual trust and ensuring the successful execution of future operations.


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