Jairampur, Jan 3: The Assam Rifles marked the New Year celebrations in Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh, engaging with both local communities and troops stationed at remote villages and forward posts. The celebrations spanned the Jairampur, New Dogkpi, Nampong, and Vijaynagar areas, highlighting the Corps’ commitment to fostering strong civil–military relations beyond its operational duties.

The festivities included cultural interactions, distribution of sweets, and engagement activities with children, elders, and local representatives. Through these initiatives, Assam Rifles aimed to strengthen bonds with the community while boosting the morale of troops deployed in challenging and remote locations.
Local villagers expressed appreciation for the Corps’ efforts, noting that such events create a sense of togetherness and celebration even in distant and hard-to-reach areas. The interaction also provided an opportunity for personnel to understand local traditions and concerns, reinforcing the people-centric approach of the Assam Rifles.
Officials highlighted that these celebrations are part of a broader effort to integrate community engagement with operational readiness, ensuring that troops remain connected to the social fabric of the region while maintaining vigilance in strategic areas.
By combining cultural exchange, festive cheer, and welfare activities, the Assam Rifles successfully reaffirmed its commitment to the people of Arunachal Pradesh, showcasing that its role extends beyond security to nurturing trust, goodwill, and unity in the communities it serves.