New Delhi: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday extended their heartfelt greetings to all personnel of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and their families on the occasion of ITBP Raising Day. Several other senior leaders also praised the force for its courage, dedication and invaluable service to the nation.
Vice President Radhakrishnan, in a post on social media platform X, described the force’s brave personnel, known as Himveers, as symbols of courage, discipline and unwavering commitment. He said they protect the country’s borders in some of the most difficult terrains and extreme weather conditions.
He also highlighted the ITBP’s crucial role in safeguarding the borders, conducting disaster relief operations and providing humanitarian assistance. Their selfless service, he said, reflects their deep commitment to the nation. The country salutes their bravery, dedication and sacrifice.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the ITBP’s Himveers had demonstrated exceptional courage and consistently faced challenges with remarkable determination. He added that their selfless service and sacrifices remained a major source of inspiration for the country.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also praised the personnel for their outstanding contribution to national security. He said that from protecting India’s borders in the challenging Himalayan regions to serving the nation in difficult circumstances, ITBP personnel had set an exemplary standard of courage, determination and dedication to duty.
Birla added that their commitment to protecting the motherland was a matter of pride and inspiration for every Indian. He paid tribute to the brave personnel dedicated to serving the nation.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the ITBP’s important role in securing India’s borders under extremely harsh climatic conditions. He also acknowledged the force’s contribution to internal security operations, including efforts to combat Left-Wing Extremism.
Singh said the courage, professionalism and unwavering commitment to duty displayed by ITBP personnel reflected the finest traditions of national service.
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah said the bravery of the Himveers echoed across snow-covered mountains as they stood firm against threats to the country’s security. He noted that their determination to remain vigilant even in the harshest weather conditions symbolised India’s firm resolve to protect its borders.
Shah also paid tribute to the ITBP personnel who laid down their lives in the service of the nation.
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said the courage, discipline and unwavering determination displayed by the Himveers while guarding the nation’s borders, often under extremely difficult conditions, represented the highest traditions of service and sacrifice.
He added that the dedication of ITBP personnel was a matter of immense pride for every Indian.
The greetings from the country’s top leaders highlighted the vital role played by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police in border security, internal security operations and humanitarian assistance, while recognising the sacrifices made by its personnel in the service of the nation.
