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Dated Aizawl, the 14th October, 2025: Brigadier Pushpendar Sorayan, DIG, Headquarters 23 Sector Assam Rifles, today flagged off a group of participants from their Headquarters at Khatla for the National Integration Tour under the Assam Rifles Civic Action Programme, scheduled to be held from October 15 to 21.

In his address, Brigadier Sorayan expressed his confidence that the participating children would gain valuable exposure and experience from the tour. He stated that the trip would broaden their horizons, inspire them to pursue personal growth, and strengthen their spirit of unity and progress. He also urged the accompanying staff to ensure the children’s safety and happiness throughout the journey. The participants were also presented with caps by the Assam Rifles.

Dr. Samuel, Superintendent of the Children’s Home, closed the flag-off programme with a vote of thanks. The event also featured a performance by the NCC Pipe Band of Govt. Mizo High School.

The touring group comprises 15 boys from the Children’s Home (aged between 11 and 17), accompanied by 2 staff members and 2 personnel from the Assam Rifles — making a total of 18 participants.

The objective of the tour is to provide the children with the opportunity to interact with people from diverse communities, learn about their traditions and culture, and visit historical and important places, thereby fostering a sense of national integration.

The itinerary includes visits to the following places:

(i) Guwahati – Museum, Zoo & Biological Garden, Planetarium, Brahmaputra Cruise, Kaziranga National Park (Jeep Safari), Army Public School

(ii) Shillong – Dawki Falls, Elephant Falls, Assam Rifles Public School, Ward’s Lake, and Laitlum Canyon.