Haflong: In a significant initiative aimed at inspiring young minds towards innovation and technological advancement, Assam Rifles organised an educational tour for students of Haflong Government College to the prestigious National Institute of Technology Silchar on the occasion of National Technology Day.
The initiative, undertaken as part of Assam Rifles’ ongoing efforts towards nation-building and youth empowerment, sought to bridge the gap between aspiring students and emerging technological innovations. The programme particularly focused on motivating students from Assam’s Dima Hasao district to pursue excellence in the fields of science and technology.
During the visit, the students toured the institute’s state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities. They also witnessed demonstrations and presentations on advanced technologies, including robotics, renewable energy and artificial intelligence (AI). Interactive sessions with faculty members, researchers and innovators provided the students with valuable insights into cutting-edge scientific developments.
Hands-on demonstrations of drone technology and sustainable engineering solutions emerged as key attractions of the tour, leaving the participants highly inspired and motivated.
Highlighting the significance of National Technology Day, which commemorates India’s successful nuclear tests conducted in 1998 and celebrates the nation’s spirit of self-reliance and scientific achievement, Assam Rifles reiterated its commitment towards nurturing the aspirations of the youth and encouraging innovation-driven growth in the Northeast.
The students of Haflong Government College returned from the tour with renewed enthusiasm and confidence, aspiring to contribute towards technological advancement and nation-building in the future.