The Ball of Fire Division of the Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps conducted a significant joint conference with the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), including the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). Held under the theme “Together we train – Together we fight,” the event aimed to bolster coordination and operational synergy for enhanced border management and integration.
The conference, which took place in a strategic meeting room adorned with the Gajraj Corps’ emblem and the motto “Zenithang Warriors,” brought together senior officers from the Indian Army, ITBP, and SSB. Discussions focused on tactical-level strategies to improve operational preparedness along India’s borders, particularly the 3,488 km India-China border guarded by the ITBP in coordination with the Army. The event highlighted the importance of seamless collaboration between the forces to address challenges like lack of accountability and coordination, issues that have been debated in the past between the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Army regarding border patrolling roles.
Gajraj Corps, headquartered in Tezpur, Assam, has a storied history, notably its advance to Dhaka during the 1971 Bangladesh liberation war. This conference aligns with its ongoing efforts to foster inter-agency cooperation in the eastern theatre, especially amid heightened border tensions with China. The Corps has previously demonstrated its commitment to joint operations, such as the ‘Jal Rahat’ flood relief exercise in Assam in 2023, which involved multiple agencies like the SSB and National Disaster Response Force to enhance disaster response coordination.
Photographs from the event captured officers in a group setting, with the Indian flag and insignias of the Army, ITBP, and SSB prominently displayed, symbolizing unity. A separate outdoor gathering showcased personnel seated with a mountainous backdrop, emphasizing the strategic importance of the region. The conference reflects the Indian Army’s broader strategy of inter-agency collaboration, recently praised by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for its success in stabilizing regions like Jammu and Kashmir through joint counter-terrorism efforts with CAPF.
This joint initiative underscores the Gajraj Corps’ commitment to a “Nation First” approach, promoting stronger ties and training synergy among India’s border security forces to ensure a robust defence framework.
