Guwahati: Officials announced on Friday that the Indian Army successfully conducted a week-long Agniveer recruitment campaign in the Udalguri district of Assam. At least 25,000 young people from throughout the state took part.
An official announcement highlighted the diversity of the candidates, stating that individuals from various sections of seven northeastern states participated in the Army’s recruitment drive for Junior Commissioned Officers.
The recruitment drive, which started on August 16, ended on Friday.
An Army official said, “The drive was conducted at the Upendranath Brahma Football Stadium in Udalguri from August 16 to August 23, 2024. This significant event offered a golden opportunity for the youth of the northeastern states, with a particular focus on the districts of Lower Assam, to serve the nation as Agniveers.”
Approximately 25,000 candidates appeared for the written exam, and 2,500 candidates from 13 districts of Assam and seven northeastern states were shortlisted for the recruitment rally.
“The districts included in the rally were Baksa, Chirang, Barpeta, Golpara, Bongaigaon, Dhubri, Darrang, Udalguri, Kamrup Metro, Kamrup Rural, Kokrajhar, Nalbari, and South Solmara. The rally was held not only to recruit Agniveers but also to select Junior Commissioned Officers (Religious Teacher) from all seven North Eastern states,” the official added.
An official release from the Indian Army emphasised the rigorous selection process, which involved a series of assessments, including physical fitness tests and medical examinations, to ensure the highest standards were met.
The official said the selected candidates, based on merit, will be sent to the respective training centres to commence their journey as proud members of the Indian Army.
“The Indian Army extends its deepest gratitude to the Civil Administration and the State Police for their unwavering support, which was instrumental in ensuring the success of this event. The rally stands as a testament to the commitment of the Indian Army to fostering and nurturing the potential of the youth from the northeastern region, offering them a chance to serve the nation with honour and dedication,” the release further stated.
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–IANS
