In a significant milestone towards restoring normalcy, Assam Rifles provided assistance in ensuring safe return of villagers who have taken shelter at ChingdongLeikai Primary School Relief Camp back to their homes at Village Monbung, Jiribam, Manipur on 05 Aug 2024.
A total of 133 people, including 26 men, 45 women and 62 children returned back to their homes in Monbung after improved security situation in the area. The homecoming move was meticulously coordinated under Jiribam District Administration with Assam Rifles, CRPF and Jiribam police. Officers of Assam Rifles, CRPF alongwith DC & SP moved till the village for building confidence and sense of security in the returning villagers.
The backdrop of this homecoming is the violence that erupted in Jiribam on 06 June 24, prompting the swift evacuation of Village Monbung residents by Assam Rifles personnels. Today’s return marks the culmination of their safety efforts and highlights the ongoing endeavours for maintaining peace and stability in the region.
The Assam Rifles have shown time and again that they are not just a military force but a professional entity capable of nuanced, community-centric operations. Their recent actions in Jiribam have underscored their role as peacekeepers, effectively preventing any potential escalation with tact and deep understanding of the local sentiment. The collaborated efforts of central and state forces, continues to play a pivotal role in ensuring the return of normalcy in the region alongwith acting as a reminder that peace requires collective efforts, understanding and unwavering commitment.
