GoC discusses defence issues with Arunachal Pradesh Governor BD Mishra

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ITANAGAR: General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Eastern Army Command, Lieutenant General Manoj Pande on Sunday called on the Arunachal Pradesh Governor Brig (Retd) Dr B D Mishra at Raj Bhavan here and discussed regarding the defence of borders and civil-army liaison for better cooperation and harmonised actions in the frontier state.

The Governor complimented the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Army Command for maintaining the territorial integrity of the nation, particularly in the Arunachal Pradesh. Mishra also thanked the army commander for arranging his visits and interaction with the troops in the forward areas.

The Governor emphasized that the Army units along with their prime responsibility of guarding the frontiers, should also adopt villages and schools and conduct medical camps in their area of responsibility. "Such initiatives by the army will help in checking the migration of the indigenous population from border areas. This initiative, at the same time will strengthen the goodwill for the troops amongst the local population," he said.

The Governor also shared his commitment for the recruitment of the youths of Arunachal Pradesh in the Indian Army. He said that the recruitment of the youth in the Army would have multifaceted advantages. "Our youths with an inherent son of the soil instinct to defend every inch of our land are tough, know the terrain of the border areas like the back of their palm and are well adapted to the topography," he added.

Mishra also shared his observations during his visit to militancy affected districts of Eastern Arunachal Pradesh with the army commander. He suggested for a cautious approach in dealing with local populations in the insurgency-affected areas. The army commander briefed the Governor on the overall scenario of army presence in the State. He assured the Governor of the Army's best efforts for the defence, welfare and well-being of the people of the State.

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