PM Modi hails ITBP’s courage and dedication on 64th Raising Day

October 24, 2025 9:31 PM

PM Modi hails ITBP’s courage and dedication on 64th Raising Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on its 64th Raising Day, commending the force for its unwavering dedication, courage, and humanitarian service in protecting the nation’s frontiers. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Warm greetings to all ITBP Himveers and their families on their Raising Day. The Force embodies unmatched courage, discipline, and devotion to duty.” He added that the ITBP personnel serve in some of th...

Uttarkashi cloudburst: 44 people rescued by ITBP; Uttarakhand CM oversees relief efforts amid Red Alert

August 7, 2025 10:44 AM

Uttarkashi cloudburst: 44 people rescued by ITBP; Uttarakhand CM oversees relief efforts amid Red Alert

In the wake of twin cloudbursts that wreaked havoc in Uttarkashi district, rescue and relief operations have intensified across the affected regions of Dharali and Harsil. On Thursday, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) airlifted 44 individuals to safety, evacuating them by helicopter to Matli, from where they are being transported to their respective destinations. Rescue efforts are being spearheaded by a coordinated force comprising the Indian Army, NDRF, SDRF, ITBP, Uttarakhand Police, an...

Bridges washed away in Himachal Pradesh, 413 pilgrims rescued from Kinnaur Kailash trek by ITBP, NDRF

August 6, 2025 12:36 PM

Bridges washed away in Himachal Pradesh, 413 pilgrims rescued from Kinnaur Kailash trek by ITBP, NDRF

In a major rescue operation, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), in coordination with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), evacuated 413 stranded pilgrims from the Kinnaur Kailash trek route in Himachal Pradesh after two makeshift bridges on the trail were washed away following torrential rains and cloudbursts. Heavy rainfall in the region triggered multiple cloudbursts and caused a bridge over the Tangling drain to collapse on Wednesday morning, leaving scores of tourists and devote...

In a first, ITBP pierces through Abujhmad to reach Maharashtra from Chhattisgarh

April 24, 2025 2:48 PM

In a first, ITBP pierces through Abujhmad to reach Maharashtra from Chhattisgarh

In what could be a game-changer development in the heart of Abujhmad and a distinguished achievement in the anti-Left Wing Extremism (LWE) operations undergoing in the central Indian states, the mountain-expertise force, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has created a much-awaited gateway to reach the Maharashtra borders in the Abujhmad region.  The 41st and 45th Battalions of the ITBP and the Sector HQrs Bhubaneswar have established the new Coy Operating Base in Nelangur in Narayanpur, wh...

PM Modi salutes “Himveers” as ITBP celebrates 63rd Raising Day

October 24, 2024 9:56 AM

PM Modi salutes “Himveers” as ITBP celebrates 63rd Raising Day

As Indo-Tibetan Border Police celebrates 63rd Raising Day on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to ITBP 'Himveers' and their families. He added that the Force stands tall as a symbol of valour and dedication. "Raising Day greetings to ITBP Himveers and their families. This Force stands tall as a symbol of valour and dedication. They protect us, including in some of the most challenging terrains and tough climatic conditions. Additionally, their efforts during natural disa...