Assam students visit Fort William in Kolkata
Kolkata, July 9 (IBNS): A group of 30 students from Harihajan in the Karbi Anglong district of Assam met Lt Gen Abhay Krishna, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Command, at Fort William on Monday, officials said on Monday.
Organised by 12 Garhwal Rifles, the visit by the students is part of the National Integration Tour, underway from July 4 to July 9.
The Army Commander exhorted the students to work hard and also encouraged them to join the Armed Forces, read a government statement.
He promised assistance to the students desirous of joining the Armed Forces.
During their stay in Kolkata, the students visited places of historical, educational and recreational interest.
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