New Delhi. Army Chief General Bipin Rawat December 17 met students and teachers of West Karbi Anglong district of Assam who are on a National Integration Tour organised by Chindits brigade of Red Horns Division.

Interacting with the students, General Rawat shared his experiences while serving in North East and motivated them to work hard and contribute actively in the nation building process.

He exhorted them to join the Indian armed forces and not to fall prey to inimical forces who are very active in their area. The students also shared their personal experience of their maiden visit outside the state. The students met the President Ram Nath Kovind on December 16.

The tour aims to give students an opportunity to comprehend vast assortment, customs and development strides made by the country in various fields. At the same time, it also increased their awareness about the facets of urban life and the educational avenues existing. The exposure will help in fostering the spirit of National Integration, expanding the horizons of the young minds and making positive impact on them during their formative years.

The tour began on December Nine and the group comprised of 25 children and three teachers who visited Dehradun and Amritsar before coming to Capital.