ASSAM RIFLES ORGANIZES MEGA EX-SERVICEMEN RALLY IN DEHRADUN, UTTARAKHAND.

Dehradun, Uttarakhand – February 15, 2025: In a heartfelt tribute to the brave veterans of Uttarakhand, the Assam Rifles organized a mega Ex- Servicemen Rally under the aegis of the Headquarters Directorate General Assam Rifles at JP Plaza, Kargi Chowk, Dehradun. The rally, themed Serving Those Who Served Us, witnessed the participation of over 900 ex- servicemen, including Gallantry awardees, Veer Naris, widows and their dependents from the five ARESA centers located at Khatima, Devasthal, Bageshwar, Gairsain and Dehradun.

The event aimed to honour the invaluable contributions of the veterans, strengthen bonds with them, and address their concerns. The Hon’ble Governor of Uttarakhand, Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd), PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, VSM, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, alongside Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera, AVSM, SM, Director General of Assam Rifles.

In his address, the Hon’ble Governor commended the unwavering dedication of the veterans and serving soldiers from Uttarakhand, who have played a pivotal role in safeguarding the nation’s security and prosperity. He praised the Assam Rifles for organizing such a significant rally and reaffirmed the commitment to supporting ex-servicemen, Veer Naris, widows and their families.

The Director General of Assam Rifles highlighted the various beneficiary schemes available to veterans, including the extension of Ex- Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) and Ayushman Bharat to Assam Rifles retirees. He also emphasized the efforts to revitalize the Assam Rifles Ex-Servicemen Association (ARESA) and introduced the monthly Samman Samaroh, a ceremony to honour retiring pensioners.