Minister of State for Home Affairs Haribhai Parathibhai Chaudhary on Saturday lauded the role played by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in Jammu and Kashmir and the Left Wing Extremism affected states.
Addressing the 51st Raising Day function of SSB here, Chaudhary advised them to face challenges with commitment and confidence.
He lauded the services of SSB at the borders of Indo-Bhutan and Indo-Nepal and said that the SSB is playing an important role in curbing anti-national activities and international crime, narcotics, wildlife trade, arms peddling, smuggling of antique idols etc.
He also appreciated the friendly nature of their service and hoped that SSB will play a crucial role in protecting the borders and maintain good relations with friendly neighbouring countries.
Chaudhary lauded the role played by the SSB in conducting various pilgrimages in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.
The Minister of State for Home Affairs lauded the role played by the SSB in successful implementation of the popular civic action programmes like Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana and Swachch Bharat Abhiyan. He also lauded the role played by the SSB in rescue and relief operations during the disasters.
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The parade was followed by a colourful display by SSB troops, dog squad and motorcycle riders.
The programme was attended by the Chief of Royal Bhutan Police, Kipchu Namgyel, and Inspector General Armed Police Force Nepal, Kosh Raj Onta.
SSB Director General B.D. Sharma, Border Management Secretary Sneh Lata Kumar and other senior officers of SSB were also present on the occasion.