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ITANAGAR: Reflecting on the impact of Operation Sindoor, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik on Saturday hailed the initiative as a defining moment in India's border security strategy. He noted that the operation, executed under strong political and military leadership, has contributed to shaping a new and robust doctrine of deterrence along sensitive border areas.
Parnaik urged continued innovation in technology use and unwavering vigilance from the armed forces to maintain the momentum.
In recognition of their outstanding service in operational duties, Parnaik presented the Governor's Citation to 13 Rajputana Rifles, 9 Grenadiers, and 31 Assam Rifles during a ceremony at the Raj Bhavan.
The awards were given for exceptional professionalism, operational acumen, and their close synergy with both the district administration and local communities in the state, an official statement informed.
Commanding Officer of the 13th Battalion of The Rajputana Rifles (Thundering Thirteen), Col Sangam Kumar, along with Subedar Major Bhom Singh Rathore and Agniveer Vibin A, received the citation.
From the 9th Battalion of The Grenadiers Regiment (Mewar), Colonel Saurabh Sharma, Subedar Major Mahaveer, and Grenadier Dharamveer were honoured.
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