Rebuttal to the article ‘Heavy military presence makes Kamjong jittery’ on May 19
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Sir,
A recent article by the Sangai Express on May 19, 2024, "Heavy military presence makes Kamjong jittery" paints an unduly alarming picture of Kamjong but overlook the critical role of the Armed Forces in maintaining security and stability in this volatile border region.
The Assam Rifles (AR), India's oldest paramilitary force, has a long-standing mandate to protect India's North Eastern borders.
The deployment of armed forces in Kamjong, Manipur is essential and an operational requirement to prevent the infiltration, movement of contraband, and arms trafficking.
Due to the conflict in Myanmar, there has been an influx of refugees into border villages and possibilities of insurgents entering disguised as refugees have raised security concerns. Thus, the deployment of AR near border villages aims to thwart nefarious activities and ensure safety of the population in border areas.
Allegations that AR personnel have crossed borders and used quadcopters to drop bombs and alleged biases against Indian Armed forces are baseless. Indian security forces are committed to maintaining strict vigilance over the border. Patrols by security forces are conducted uniformly and impartially, focusing solely on maintaining peace and security.
Actions of the security forces are guided by the operational requirements and ensure that illegal activities do not undermine the safety and stability of local communities.
The news article is likely to mislead the public. Accurate reporting is crucial to reflect these efforts and avoid sensationalism that could exacerbate an already fragile situation.
Yours fatihfully,
Lieutenant Colonel, Staff Officer (Public Relations & Media)
A recent article by the Sangai Express on May 19, 2024, "Heavy military presence makes Kamjong jittery" paints an unduly alarming picture of Kamjong but overlook the critical role of the Armed Forces in maintaining security and stability in this volatile border region.
The Assam Rifles (AR), India's oldest paramilitary force, has a long-standing mandate to protect India's North Eastern borders.
The deployment of armed forces in Kamjong, Manipur is essential and an operational requirement to prevent the infiltration, movement of contraband, and arms trafficking.
Due to the conflict in Myanmar, there has been an influx of refugees into border villages and possibilities of insurgents entering disguised as refugees have raised security concerns. Thus, the deployment of AR near border villages aims to thwart nefarious activities and ensure safety of the population in border areas.
Allegations that AR personnel have crossed borders and used quadcopters to drop bombs and alleged biases against Indian Armed forces are baseless. Indian security forces are committed to maintaining strict vigilance over the border. Patrols by security forces are conducted uniformly and impartially, focusing solely on maintaining peace and security.
Actions of the security forces are guided by the operational requirements and ensure that illegal activities do not undermine the safety and stability of local communities.
The news article is likely to mislead the public. Accurate reporting is crucial to reflect these efforts and avoid sensationalism that could exacerbate an already fragile situation.
Yours fatihfully,
Lieutenant Colonel, Staff Officer (Public Relations & Media)