In a significant move aimed at enhancing veteran welfare and embracing digital transformation, the Assam Rifles has introduced the ‘Sampark Setu’ app. This innovative platform, guided by Director General Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera, seeks to foster stronger connections with the ex-servicemen community, showcasing the organization’s commitment to supporting those who have worn the uniform.
Available on the Google Play Store, the ‘Sampark Setu’ app offers veterans real-time access to essential services and information. Among its key features are up-to-date pension details, a grievance redressal mechanism, and news updates directly from the Assam Rifles. Furthermore, the app streamlines the application process for identity cards and various grants through the Assam Rifles Ex-Servicemen Association (ARESA), simplifying what were previously cumbersome administrative procedures.
The app also includes an interactive component that allows veterans to connect with each other and stay engaged with the organization. This feature serves to foster a sense of community, ensuring that retired personnel remain informed about ongoing developments and can build relationships with fellow veterans.
In his remarks during the launch, Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera highlighted that the introduction of ‘Sampark Setu’ marks a noteworthy milestone in the Assam Rifles’ ongoing efforts to honor and assist its veterans. He stated that the app represents a broader technological evolution in veteran welfare programs, setting a standard for other armed forces organizations to emulate.
Through this merger of digital innovation and a enduring commitment to its traditions, the Assam Rifles aims to ensure that veterans are not only remembered for their service but are also adequately supported in their lives after active duty. This initiative not only addresses veterans’ immediate needs but also reinforces the bonds within the community, paving the way for a more engaged and connected ex-servicemen network.
