300 from Assam's Tingkhong village join Aginipath scheme

Dibrugarh: Over 300 youths from Tingkhong village participated in the 'Agnipath' scheme at Diroi Bagan playground at Tingkhong in Dibrugarh. They expressed their feelings to join the Armed forces.

Industries and Commerce Minister Bimal Borah launched a month-long training programme on the 'Agnipath' scheme at Diroi Bagan playground at Tingkhong in the Dibrugarh district on July 5. The programme will conclude on August 8, 2022.

Speaking to the media on Wednesday in Tingkhong, Bimal Borah said, "It's a beautiful scheme which is essential for every youth who wants to join the Armed forces. The training aims at creating awareness related to physical fitness. Youths from tea garden areas participated in the training programme."

"People have a misconception about the scheme. Now youths are participating in the training programme. 'Agnipath' is a recruitment process launched by the Central Government wherein selected candidates will be enrolled as Agniveers," the minister said.

DGP Bhaskar Jyoti Mahanta, who was also present at the programme, said, "It's a wonderful scheme. It has several benefits. It will create awareness among the youths to join Armed forces and create a sense of competitiveness."

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