A delegation of Eastern Frontier Rifles called on MP Darjeeling,Raju Bista.
The representatives from Eastern Frontier Rifles from Salua discussed various issues facing the EFR in West Bengal,with MP.
‘Founded in 1907, the Eastern Frontier Rifles has served our nation with exemplary honour and distinction.Their proud legacy includes its commendable role during World War I and II, the Indo-China War, the India-Pakistan War of 1965, and the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 as an indispensable part of the Indian Army. The EFR has contributed to maintaining internal security – right from the partition combating insurgencies in the Northeast, countering Maoist operations, communal disturbances, natural calamities, and during any national emergencies,’said Bista.
‘However, it is deeply concerning that the West Bengal Government is trying to kill the force of such repute.There has been no fresh recruitment conducted since 2010, despite over 2,000 Riflemen vacancies remaining unfilled.
Instead of modernizing and strengthening this historic force, the Government of West Bengal has opted to merge three battalions into two.
This action will severely impact the morale and operational effectiveness of our soldiers, ‘ according to MP Bista.
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