Assam Rifles commanders review security across Northeast

Top commanders of the Assam Rifles, India’s oldest paramilitary force, concluded a two-day conference at the force’s headquarters in Meghalaya on Friday, reviewing the security situation across the northeastern states, Nagaland Post reported.

Conference overview

The meeting, which concluded on Friday, was chaired by Assam Rifles Director General Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera. It brought together formation commanders, battalion commanders and staff officers from the Headquarters Directorate General Assam Rifles and various formations. According to the report, the gathering provided a comprehensive platform to review the prevailing security situation, assess operational preparedness and formulate strategies to address emerging challenges.

Security assessment

A senior Assam Rifles official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, "We have reviewed and analysed the security situation in the Northeast. The security situation in the region is largely peaceful, apart from Manipur." The official noted that Manipur remains embroiled in a deeply volatile, unresolved and worsening ethnic conflict, with fresh violence erupting between the warring Naga and Kuki communities. No comparable disturbances were reported from the other northeastern states, underscoring the relative calm in the wider region.

Operational focus

During deliberations, commanders placed special emphasis on strengthening border management along the India-Myanmar border, enhancing counter-insurgency capabilities and ensuring the operational readiness of the force. The discussions also covered modernising the Assam Rifles through the induction of advanced weapons and equipment, integration of emerging technologies, improvement of intelligence coordination and reinforcement of inter-agency synergy. Participants highlighted training, capacity building, infrastructure development and welfare measures as key components for boosting overall operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Leadership remarks

Lieutenant General Lakhera praised the dedication, professionalism and unwavering commitment of all ranks in maintaining peace and security under challenging operational conditions. He emphasised the importance of adaptability, technological advancement and sustained vigilance to meet evolving security threats. The conference also facilitated the exchange of best practices, innovative approaches and valuable operational experiences among commanders.

Resolve and way forward

At the close of the conference, the commanders reaffirmed their resolve to strengthen operational capabilities, safeguard national security and uphold the highest traditions of the Assam Rifles in serving the nation. The meeting’s outcomes are expected to guide future actions on border management, counter-insurgency and force modernisation, reinforcing the force’s role in maintaining stability across the Northeast.