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Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik on Thursday asked the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), to collaborate in developing the state’s border areas, particularly through the Vibrant Border Village program.
During a meeting with ITBP’s Inspector General of North East Frontier Headquarters, Amitabh Gupta, at Raj Bhawan here, the governor emphasized that such efforts would serve the national interest while benefiting both local communities and the police force.
Gupta, who recently took charge of the NE Frontier headquarters, made a courtesy call to the governor, an official release informed.
Their discussions covered various topics, including border security, the vibrant village program, and other state-related issues.
Drawing from his experience in border management, the governor advised the IG to involve local communities actively. He also stressed the importance of regular training, drills, and efficient patrolling to maintain border security.
Acknowledging the ITBP’s commendable role in Arunachal Pradesh, Parnaik urged the organization to promote the recruitment of local youth into the armed forces. Additionally, he requested the ITBP to ensure timely humanitarian support during emergencies in the border regions. In response, Gupta assured the governor that the concerns raised would be addressed promptly.
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