In a notable ceremony held in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, the Northern Command of the Indian Army conducted its Investiture Ceremony for the year 2025 on February 12. The event recognized the 34th Battalion of the Assam Rifles, which was honored with the prestigious General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command Unit Citation for its exceptional performance.
The award was presented by Lieutenant General MV Suchindra Kumar, who currently serves as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Northern Command. Lt Gen Kumar, a distinguished figure in the Indian Army, has held significant positions throughout his career, including Vice Chief of the Army Staff, Deputy Chief of the Army Staff (Strategy), Director General of Military Intelligence, and General Officer Commanding of the XVI Corps.
Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera, Director General of Assam Rifles, also conveyed his congratulations to the battalion for their remarkable achievement during the ceremony. This occasion served as a celebration of the valor, dedication, and exemplary service displayed by the personnel of the Assam Rifles.
The ceremony was visually enhanced by the presence of various flags from different Indian military units, symbolizing unity and pride within the Indian armed forces. The honor bestowed upon the 34th Assam Rifles not only highlights the unit’s commitment and hard work but also aims to inspire other units to pursue excellence in their operational duties.
The event sparked a positive wave of acknowledgment on social media, with comments praising the Assam Rifles. Users like Pramod Yadav emphasized the greatness of the battalion, while others, like Farhat, underscored the unit’s reputation with the exclamation “Tufani is Tufani.”
This Investiture Ceremony accentuated the significance of recognizing and celebrating the contributions of military units toward national security and peacekeeping efforts. The Assam Rifles play a crucial role in maintaining law and order and conducting counter-insurgency operations, particularly in demanding regions such as Northeast India and Jammu and Kashmir.
