In a progressive step toward veteran welfare and digital transformation, the Assam Rifles has launched the ‘Sampark Setu’ app, an innovative platform aimed at strengthening ties with its ex-servicemen community. The initiative was spearheaded by Director General Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera and reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to supporting those who have served.
Available on the Google Play Store, the ‘Sampark Setu’ app is designed to provide veterans with real-time access to essential services and information. Key features include up-to-date pension details, a grievance redressal mechanism, and news updates from the Assam Rifles. The app also enables veterans to apply for identity cards and various grants through the Assam Rifles Ex-Servicemen Association (ARESA), streamlining previously cumbersome administrative processes.
In addition to these services, the platform includes an interactive component that allows veterans to stay connected with each other and with the organization. This fosters a sense of community and ensures that retired personnel remain informed and engaged with ongoing developments.
Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera emphasized that the launch of ‘Sampark Setu’ is a significant milestone in Assam Rifles’ continued efforts to honor and support its veterans. The app symbolizes a broader shift toward the use of technology in veteran welfare programs and sets a precedent for other armed forces organizations to follow.
By combining digital innovation with a strong sense of tradition and duty, Assam Rifles aims to ensure that its veterans are not only remembered but also well-supported in their post-service lives.
