Raj Sadosh/Abohar.
A mega Assam Rifles Ex-servicemen Rally for ex-servicemen of Jaipur was conducted under the aegis of Headquarters Directorate General Assam Rifles. The rally elicited participation by more than 200 ex-servicemen from all the districts of the State including Gallantry awardees, Veer Naris, widows and their dependents.
The aim of the rally, organised under the theme “Serving Those Who Served Us”, was to connect with the veterans, strengthen bonds with them and also acknowledge their contribution made for the country during the prime of their lives. The occasion was graced by Lt Gen P C Nair, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, PhD, DG Assam Rifles as the Chief Guest.
The Assam Rifles DG lauded the contribution of the veterans and the serving soldiers of Rajasthan who have contributed immensely to ensure the security and prosperity of the North–East and the country.
On the occasion, the DG felicitated Veer Naris, Gallantry awardees and other ex-servicemen. The representatives of Headquarters Directorate General Assam Rifles Shillong also provided a platform for registration of grievances and their immediate redressal.
As a small helping hand, the veterans were provided wheelchairs, spectacles, walking sticks, hearing aids and portable commodes at the venue. An Ex-Servicemen Grievance Cell, Eye Camp and Help Desk of SBI Bank was also established as a part of the Ex- Servicemen Rally to facilitate the veterans.