Moreh,, April 3: The AssamRifles, under #SpearCorps, played a key role in assisting the Tamil Sangam during the successful conduct of the 59th Fire-Walking Festival held in Moreh from March 23 to April 1, 2026.

The festival, a unique cultural and religious event attracting devotees from diverse communities, involves the symbolic practice of walking barefoot over hot embers as a mark of faith and devotion. Recognizing the scale and significance of the event, the Assam Rifles provided extensive administrative and logistical support to ensure the safety and smooth participation of attendees.
Officials said the support included crowd management, medical assistance, transportation coordination, and maintenance of essential facilities for devotees. The presence of Assam Rifles personnel helped in organizing the event in a disciplined and secure manner, ensuring that all rituals were conducted seamlessly.
Representatives of the Tamil Sangam expressed gratitude to the Assam Rifles for their unwavering assistance, noting that the festival witnessed record participation this year due to the efficient arrangements made possible by the collaboration.
The Assam Rifles’ involvement underscores its ongoing commitment to community engagement and support for cultural and religious events in the Northeast, reflecting the Army’s broader role in fostering harmony, cooperation, and public safety in the region.
The successful completion of the 59th Fire-Walking Festival is being hailed as a model for safe and well-organized cultural celebrations, blending tradition with modern logistical support to benefit all participants.