ITBP Raising Day: PM Modi praises ‘Himveers’ as India-China border remains in focus
Indian government officials, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, celebrated the 65th Raising Day of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). The messages emphasized the force's role in border security and their resilience in harsh climates.
Why it matters
The high-level recognition underscores the strategic importance of the ITBP in the context of ongoing India-China border tensions.
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union home minister Amit Shah, defence minister Rajnath Singh and parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju extended greetings to personnel of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on the force's Raising Day on Saturday, praising their courage, sacrifices and service in protecting India's borders.The Indian Army also conveyed its wishes to ITBP personnel, veterans and their families on the occasion of the force's 65th Raising Day.In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi praised the force's personnel, known as Himveers, for their valour and determination in facing challenges.“On their Raising Day, greetings to all personnel of the ITBP. The ITBP Himveers have distinguished themselves through their exceptional valour. They have always risen to every challenge with remarkable determination.
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