The Assam Rifles, a force operating under the Indian Army’s Spear Corps, has recently apprehended an active member of the banned People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in Thoubal district, Manipur. The arrest was made on November 15, and a smartphone with a SIM card was recovered from the suspect. The individual has been handed over to local police for further investigation.

In addition to counter-insurgency operations, the Assam Rifles has been actively involved in outreach and youth engagement across the northeastern states. Recent initiatives include an educational tour for students and faculty from Don Bosco College, Maram, to explore key institutions in Arunachal Pradesh, as well as the conclusion of a National Integration Tour, which included meetings with Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi and visits to prominent sites in Chennai.

The force also launched the first Territorial Army Recruitment Rally from Noney, Manipur, focused on offering career opportunities to remote areas and encouraging youth participation in national service. Medical, documentation, and physical screenings were conducted in Nagaland’s Mon district ahead of the rally slated for Kohima from November 15 to 24 at Zakhama Military Station.

This comprehensive approach highlights the Assam Rifles’ multifaceted role in maintaining security, fostering youth development, and promoting national integration in the region.