NEW DELHI, Feb 10, 2026 — In a high-level meeting aimed at synchronizing border infrastructure and regional security, Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera, Director General of Assam Rifles, met with Lt Gen Harpal Singh, Director General of the Border Roads Organization (BRO), in the national capital today. The interaction focused on the critical intersection of road connectivity and operational readiness, emphasizing that robust infrastructure is the backbone of effective border management and national defense.
The two leaders discussed the ongoing and future projects in the Northeast, highlighting the need for seamless coordination between the “Sentinels of the Northeast” and the “Karmayogis” of the BRO. This collaboration is essential for ensuring that strategic roads and bridges are maintained to support rapid troop movement and the delivery of essential services to remote frontier regions.
The meeting underscored a shared commitment to accelerating development efforts that align with India’s broader national security objectives.Beyond military logistics, the dialogue touched upon the socio-economic impact of improved connectivity on local communities.
By working in tandem, the Assam Rifles and BRO aim to create a more secure and accessible environment, facilitating both tactical superiority and regional prosperity. Both Directors General reaffirmed their resolve to maintain a unified approach in overcoming the geographical and climatic challenges of the country’s most sensitive border zones.
