The workshop was attended by Brigadier Sushil Chandwani of the Indian Army, Deputy Commissioner Amarpreeet Kaur Sandhu, Senior Superintendent of Police Gurmeet Singh, Additional Deputy Commissioner Dr. Mandeep Kaur, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Veerpal Kaur, senior BSF officials and heads of various district departments.
During the deliberations, special emphasis was laid on strengthening the basic infrastructure in border areas and address various security issues. The participants stressed the need for more effective coordination and communication among the Army, BSF and Civil Administration to ensure improved security and civic amenities for the border residents.
It was also decided to provide proper guidance and training to border area youth to encourage their recruitment into the Army and paramilitary forces. In addition, discussions were held on implementing welfare, employment and social security schemes for ex-servicemen and utilizing their valuable experience for the benefit of society and the younger generation.
The Indian Army assured that its units remain ever-prepared to assist civil authorities during conflicts and natural calamities. It was also resolved to keep strict vigil on the spread of rumors and fake news in border regions to maintain peace and security.
All the officers present unanimously agreed to continue joint efforts for resolving the problems of border residents and strengthening national security. On the last day, the Deputy Commissioner along with other officials visited the border areas and paid homage to martyrs at the Asafwala War Memorial
