Agartala, 9th November 2026 : Spreading the message of compassion, care and community solidarity during Diwali, Assam Rifles organised a series of humanitarian and goodwill initiatives at Lokra, Haflong and Narsingarh in Agartala, reaching out to orphanage children, senior citizens and underprivileged sections of society.
At Lokra, Assam Rifles personnel celebrated the festival with children from an orphanage and elderly members of the community. The occasion was marked by the exchange of Diwali greetings and distribution of sweets, bringing smiles to the faces of participants and creating an atmosphere of warmth, happiness and togetherness.
In Haflong, children from an orphanage were invited to an Assam Rifles location, where they enthusiastically participated in various games, recreational activities and cultural programmes. A movie screening was also organised for them as part of the celebrations. In another initiative aimed at encouraging young minds, Assam Rifles personnel visited Assam Rifles Public School and interacted with students, motivating them to pursue their aspirations and recognise the importance of education in shaping their future.
Meanwhile, at Narsingarh in Agartala, Assam Rifles extended support to residents of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Old Age Home and State Foundling Home. Clothing items were distributed among senior citizens, while books and stationery were presented to children to support their educational needs.
Through these initiatives, Assam Rifles sought to ensure that the spirit of Diwali reached beyond conventional celebrations, bringing joy and a sense of belonging to those who need care and support.
Reaffirming its commitment to community welfare, Assam Rifles continues to strengthen its bond with the people of the Northeast through humanitarian outreach programmes, demonstrating that its role extends beyond safeguarding the nation’s borders to serving society with compassion and dedication.
