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Assam Regiment's Young Officers Bridge Generations in Churachandpur Outreach

Four newly commissioned Assam Regiment officers recently visited Churachandpur district to connect with veterans and their families. They began with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the war memorial honoring fallen soldiers. The officers then visited homes of veterans from the 1965 and 1971 wars, receiving warm welcomes with traditional shawls and local food. The day concluded with the singing of the regimental anthem "Badluram Ka Badan," reinforcing the spirit of "Tagra Raho" or Stay Strong.

Key Points: Assam Regiment Officers Honor Veterans in Manipur Visit

  • Officers paid tribute at HQ War Memorial honoring fallen comrades
  • Visited homes of 1965 and 1971 Indo-Pak war veterans
  • Received traditional tribal shawls and local cuisine from families
  • Concluded with regimental song "Badluram Ka Badan" performance
  • Joint forces recovered weapons cache in Phubala operation
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Young officers of Assam Regiment reaffirm bonds with veterans in Churachandpur

Young Assam Regiment officers connect with war veterans in Churachandpur, sharing traditions and honoring sacrifices through cultural exchanges and regimental ceremonies.

"Tagra Raho -- Stay Strong - Assam Regiment Ethos"

Kohima, October 21

On 17 October 2025, in a heartfelt tribute to regimental legacy and enduring camaraderie, four newly commissioned young officers of the Assam Regiment of the Indian Army engaged in a regimental outreach with ex-servicemen and their families in Churachandpur district of Manipur.

According to a release, the programme commenced with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the HQ War Memorial, where tributes were paid to fallen comrades whose sacrifices continue to inspire generations. Following this, the Officers visited the homes of veterans who had served in the 1965 and 1971 Indo-Pak wars, as well as others residing in the district.

These visits were marked by warm receptions. The officers were greeted with traditional tribal shawls and local cuisine, gestures that reflected the region's cultural richness and hospitality. The interactions fostered a spirit of unity and mutual respect, bridging generations through shared stories of service and resilience.

The day concluded with a rendition of the regimental song "Badluram Ka Badan," a stirring anthem that encapsulates the ethos of the Assam Regiment. This initiative honoured the contributions of Ex-Servicemen and served as a motivational experience for the Young Officers, instilling in them a deeper appreciation of the regiment's traditions and the spirit of "Tagra Raho" -- Stay Strong.

Meanwhile, Assam Rifles, in conjunction with Manipur Police and the Indian Army, recovered weapons and war-like stores during an intelligence-based operation in Manipur, a release said.

Based on specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of a weapons cache, Assam Rifles, in conjunction with Manipur Police and the Indian Army, launched a joint operation in the general area of Phubala, Bishnupur District, Manipur, on October 13, it added.

The operation was initiated in the early hours with columns tactically moving to the general area. During the conduct of the operation, the team successfully recovered weapons, ammunition and other War Like Stores, the release stated.

"The recovered items include one INSAS Light Machine Gun (LMG) with magazine (Registered No. 18531137, confirmed as looted), one Single Barrel Breech Loading (SBBL) gun, one Chinese Hand Grenade, Five rounds of 5.56 mm INSAS live ammunition, Five Ballistite cartridges, Six 12 Bore cartridges, Three .303 rounds chargers, One Tube launching cylinder, one Baofeng Hand Held set, Three Bullet Proof (BP) helmets, Four BP plates, One rubber tube," a release stated.

- ANI

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Priya S
The cultural exchange with traditional shawls and local cuisine shows how our armed forces integrate with diverse communities. This is the real India - unity in diversity! The weapons recovery operation also shows their commitment to maintaining peace in Manipur.
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Arjun K
"Tagra Raho" - what a powerful motto! The young officers learning from veterans' experiences is crucial for maintaining regimental traditions. However, I wish such outreach programs were more frequent and received better media coverage.
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Michael C
As someone who has visited Manipur, I appreciate how the army engages with local traditions. The recovery of looted INSAS LMG shows the security challenges in the region, but such community-building efforts are equally important for long-term peace.
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Shreya B
The wreath-laying ceremony and singing of "Badluram Ka Badan" must have been so emotional! Our veterans deserve all the respect and recognition. More such programs should be organized across all regiments. 🙏
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Vikram M
While I appreciate the outreach, I hope the army also focuses on improving facilities for ex-servicemen in remote areas like Churachandpur. Many veterans struggle with healthcare and pension issues that need urgent attention.

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