Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera, AVSM, SM, Director General of Assam Rifles, met with Mr. Gyanendra Pratap Singh, IPS, Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in New Delhi on 13 February 2025. The interaction centered on matters of mutual interest, emphasizing enhanced cooperation and coordination between the two security forces.
As two of India’s key paramilitary forces, Assam Rifles and CRPF play crucial roles in national security, counter-insurgency, and internal stability. The meeting provided an opportunity for both leaders to discuss strategies for operational synergy, intelligence sharing, and capacity building to tackle evolving security challenges effectively.
Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera and DG Gyanendra Pratap Singh highlighted the importance of seamless coordination in joint operations, especially in sensitive regions where both forces operate. They also deliberated on training collaborations, technological advancements, and best practices that can further bolster the effectiveness of their respective forces.
The interaction underscores the commitment of India’s security forces to maintaining peace, stability, and operational excellence. Such high-level engagements contribute to a more integrated security framework, ensuring a unified approach to national and regional security concerns.
