Itanagar, Jan 9: Amitabh Gupta, Inspector General, North East Frontier, Indo Tibetan Border Police, Itanagar, called on Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.) at Raj Bhavan, Itanagar on Thursday. They discussed border security and management, vibrant village programme and other issues related to the State.  
The Governor, while acknowledging the commendable role and contributions of the ITBP in Arunachal Pradesh, recommended that ITBP to contribute in a collaborative effort aiming at developing the border areas, particularly through the Vibrant Border Village program. He said that such endeavour will be in the national interest and the mutual benefits for both the local communities and the ITBP.
Sharing his experience in border management, the Governor advised on the involvement of local people. He also highlighted the importance of regular training, drills, and spontaneous patrolling.
The Governor advised the NE Frontier head to actively promote recruiting local youth into the armed forces. He also urged the ITBP to offer timely humanitarian support during emergencies in the border regions.
Gupta, who recently assumed charge of the NE Frontier HQ, assured the Governor that the concerns raised would be promptly addressed.

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