New Delhi, Oct 24: Director General of Assam Rifles, Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera, AVSM, SM, met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on October 23 and briefed him on the prevailing security situation in the Northeast.

During the meeting, Lt Gen Lakhera apprised the Home Minister of the security scenario across the region and the measures being undertaken by Assam Rifles to maintain peace and stability.
He also briefed Shah on the progress of fencing along the Indo-Myanmar border and the establishment of crossing points along the international boundary. The discussions covered ongoing efforts to strengthen border management and improve security arrangements in the strategically significant region.
The Assam Rifles chief further highlighted various initiatives undertaken by the force in accordance with the directions of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). These measures form part of broader efforts to enhance operational effectiveness and address security-related challenges in the Northeast.
Welfare initiatives for Assam Rifles personnel and the people of the region were also discussed during the meeting. The briefing underscored the force’s role not only in maintaining security but also in supporting local communities and contributing to regional development.
The Indo-Myanmar border remains strategically important, making effective border management and coordination essential for addressing security concerns and facilitating regulated cross-border movement.
The meeting reaffirmed the importance of coordination between the Ministry of Home Affairs and Assam Rifles in strengthening security arrangements, implementing policy directions and advancing welfare initiatives for personnel and communities across the Northeast.