Assam Rifles, the oldest and most decorated Para Military Force of India popularly known as The Sentinels of North East flagged off National Integration Tour to Delhi comprising of 20 students and 02 teachers selected from far flung areas of Mizoram as part of its ongoing outreach programme to foster the spirit of National Integration. Brig Vinod S, SM, VSM, DIG 23 Sector Assam Rifles flagged off the enthusiastic participants in a grand ceremony held at unit location of Aizawl Battalion on 07 January 2019 and expressed hope that the tour will have a lifelong positive influence on the young minds.

The National Integration Tour is aimed to educate and motivate youth of Mizoram and to provide an insight into the rich heritage of the country as well as various developmental and industrial initiatives that are underway through visit to various historical monuments and other important landmarks in Delhi. During the tour, participants will also get an opportunity to interact with several prominent leaders and personalities such as Hon’ble President of India, Union Minister of State (Home), Unions Minister of State (Youth Affairs & Sports), Mrs Mary Kom (six time world boxing champion).