Manipur Governor La Ganesan handed over citations to four Commandant ranked officers of Assam Rifles Battalions recognising their role in safeguarding the border and curbing drug menace in the State.<br />''<br />''The citations were handed over to the Commandant of 16th AR, 20th AR, 24th AR and 25th AR Battalions stationed in Manipur. One Appreciation Letter was also given to Inspector General of Assam Rifles (South) Major General Alok Naresh at the Investiture Ceremony held today at Raj Bhawan Imphal.<br />''<br />''Manipur Governor La Ganesan said that Assam Rifles is taking a tremendous role in curbing drug menace in the State. He said, it is a matter of great satisfaction to know that the Assam Rifles under IG, AR (South) recovered drugs of approximately 1800 crore rupees.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Mr Ganesan said, Assam Rifles are popularly known as 'Sentinels of North East' and expressed his confidence that the para military force will leave no stone unturned to discharge their valuable responsibilities to uphold the dignity and sovereignty of our Nation.</span>