Guwahati: Assam Rifles on Monday inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Ahmedabad, Gujarat for academic training and research for its personnel.
The MoU was signed by Dr. Bimal N Patel, vice chancellor, RRU on behalf of RRU and Lt Gen PC Nair, Director General Assam Rifles.
The MoU will accredit the academic & training programme of Assam Rifles and provide certification to various courses.
This will facilitate training in undertaking studies, dissertations, and doctoral research as per university guidelines and encourage joint research initiatives, faculty exchange and collaborative projects that will benefit both entities.
Speaking on the occasion, DR AR Lt Gen PC Nair said that the synergy between our Force’s practical experience and the academic rigour of RRU is poised to create a holistic learning environment that nurtures both character and competence.
Over the years, Assam Rifles has achieved remarkable milestones in training, demonstrating unwavering dedication and resilience.
The essence of our success lies not only in the valour of our personnel but also in the quality of education and training they receive. We take pride in the rigorous training programmes that instill discipline resilience and a sense of duty.
Earlier, RRU VC Dr Bimal Patel stated that the RRU looks forward to learning from the long operational experiences and people-centric developmental programmes that Assam Rifles has been undertaking over the decades in the Northeast.
These would be converted into case studies for the university which in turn could then be incorporated in the studies of the multiple faculties of the University.
Rashtriya Raksha University is an institution of national importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs; it is a pioneer National Security & Police University in India. Assam Rifles is a Central Para Military Force and comes under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Assam Rifles is responsible for Border Security of the Indo-Myanmar Border and Counterinsurgency.