Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Arunachal CM praises Gorkha battalion's Tawang service
The Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Pema Khandu, praised the 2/9 Gorkha Rifles for their excellent service in Tawang.
The battalion served for 33 months and did many good things like helping people, setting up medical camps, building community halls, and taking care of the environment.
They also organized events to promote tourism and strengthen the bond between the army and the local people.
The Chief Minister thanked them for their hard work and dedication.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu commended the 2/9 Gorkha Rifles for their 33-month service in Tawang.
The battalion conducted humanitarian outreach, medical camps, and community development projects.
They rescued 13 civilians during a road accident and executed welfare projects under Operation Sadbhavana.
The unit planted nearly 1,000 saplings and boosted border tourism through various initiatives.
Khandu expressed gratitude for the battalion's efforts in strengthening national security and civil-military ties.
- Who
- Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and the 2/9 Gorkha Rifles
- What
- Commendation of the Gorkha battalion for their service in Tawang
- When
- July 26, 2024
- Where
- Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Why
- To recognize the battalion's contributions to national security and community development
Government Perspective
Military Perspective
Importance of Civil-Military Cooperation
Government Perspective
The government values the battalion's role in strengthening civil-military ties and national security.
Military Perspective
The military sees their efforts as a testament to their commitment to both security and community service.
- Battalion
- 2/9 Gorkha Rifles
- Tenure Duration
- 33 months
- Location
- Mago-Chuna sector, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Key Achievements
- Humanitarian outreach, medical camps, community development, border tourism, environmental initiatives
- Commanding Officer
- Col Y Romen Singh
- Chief Minister
- Pema Khandu