January 29, 2022, By Our Correspondent
AGARTALA:
Plans have been taken to set up Sainik School in the state to provide quality vocational education and inculcate patriotism in the students, said Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb while making his visit to different TSR headquarters recently.
Deb said that the state government is upfront about the welfare of the TSR jawans. The Chief Minister was seen having lunch together with the jawans of TSR 7th Battalion Headquarters. Prior to that, he paid tribute to the Jawans who have sacrificed their lives while on duty. He also visited a blood donation camp organised at the Headquarters.
During his visit the Chief Minister Deb had enquired about the food quality, sanitation and other matters at the TSR camps and directed the officials to take necessary steps on some matters. He also suggested the officials to visit and stay sometimes in the Headquarters, company platoon posts.
The jawans thanked the Chief Minister for taking different positive steps by the state government including the 7th Pay Commission and the uniform.
The Chief Minister during his visit to camps said, the jawans have shown great ability in combating terrorism. The TSR jawans have also gained a good name outside the state due to their ability. Women also seem to be keen towards joining the force, he said.
Presently, candidates are being selected based on their merit without any partiality in the recruitment process. The state government is giving special emphasis on women empowerment. The Chief Minister called upon the TSR jawans to pay special attention to their girl child.
News link: Tripura Govt. to set up Sainik Schools to inculcate patriotism: CM Biplab Kumar Deb | Tripuraindia
