ZIRO, SEP 25:

Governor Lt Gen KT Parnaik (Retd) visited the Armed Forces Goodwill Enclosures at Ziro in Lower Subansiri district on Friday and lauded the Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Border Roads Organisation (BRO) for their efforts to create awareness among the public and inspire the younger generation to serve the nation.

The Governor appreciated the stalls and exhibits set up as part of the Ziro Music Festival, which showcased the professionalism, technological advancements and nation-building contributions of the Armed Forces. He said such initiatives help bridge the gap between the Armed Forces and citizens, particularly youth, by providing first-hand exposure to opportunities and challenges associated with military service.

During the visit, Parnaik toured the Outreach Stall showcasing the positioning, navigation and management activities of the 56 Infantry Division in Arunachal Pradesh. He also visited the Equipment Display Stall featuring new-generation military technologies, the ‘Know Your Army’ Stall highlighting career opportunities in the Indian Army, the BRO Stall showcasing its infrastructure achievements, and the Indian Air Force Stall displaying its operational capabilities and entry avenues.

The Governor also commended the NCC and Sainik School Stall for promoting discipline, leadership and nation-building among youth.

Interacting with visitors, he encouraged young people to explore opportunities to serve the nation with dedication, courage and commitment.