Get together held for Ex-servicemen at Lokra

Staff Reporter, Biswanath Chariali, August 30: Lokra Battalion under the aegis of Headquarter 21 Sector Assam Rifles and Headquarter Inspector General Assam Rifles (East) organized a get together and a Barakhana (grand feast) for Ex-Servicemen today, stated a press release. Lokra battalion conducted Barakhana and got together with Ex - servicemen of Lokra and nearby villages of Sonitpur and Biswanath District of Assam. During the event Commandant of Lokra Battalion interacted with the Ex-Servicemen. The Commandant, Lokra Battalion appreciated the efforts of the Assam Rifles Ex-Servicemen, who have showcased exemplary bravery during their service to the nation. The team of this unit earlier went to the homes of these Ex-Servicemen on the occasion of Independence day and invited them to Barakhana at Battalion Headquarter Lokra. The event was also utilized to reach out and interact with the Ex-Servicemen residing in remotest areas of Sonitpur and Biswanath District. The innovative initiative taken by Lokra Battalion was highly appreciated by the Ex-Servicemen of the Unit.