Homage and honour marked the opening of Director General, CRPF Gyanendra Pratap Singh’s two-day visit to Manipur, where he laid a wreath at the Martyrs’ Memorial at Group Centre (GC), Imphal and paid solemn tribute to fallen comrades. He also inspected the Quarter Guard, where he was presented with a Guard of Honour by a meticulously turned-out contingent.
On the same day, the DG visited the Veer Nari and family members of Late Second-in-Command MaharabamPrabo Singh at KhuraiKonsamLeikai in Imphal, to convey the Force’s condolences and assurances of support to the bereaved. Late MaharabamPrabo Singh laid down his life during an anti-Naxal operation in Jharkhand on 15 May 2025, after being struck by lightning.
Continuing his schedule, the DG presided over a strategic meeting with field commanders of the CRPF deployed in Manipur at the Manipur and Nagaland (M&N) Sector Headquarters in Imphal. The meeting focused on strengthening command structures, improving local liaison, and enhancing operational coordination across units. The DG specifically emphasised inter-agency cooperation, operational preparedness and the imperative of ensuring peace in the region through sustained vigilance and commitment.
The DG also held formal consultations with Dr Puneet Kumar Goel, Chief Secretary, Manipur, and Rajiv Singh, Director General of Police, Manipur, to exchange assessments on the prevailing security scenario, civil-administration coordination and logistical support for ongoing deployments to ensure sustained peace and security in the region.
A detailed inspection of GC Imphal’s infrastructure and institutions followed, during which the DG reviewed accommodation, medical and supply arrangements and urged continued improvement in troop comfort and operational sustainability in remote postings. As part of a continuing fitness and morale drive, the DG inspected the Weekly Parade at GC Imphal, emphasising physical readiness, drill standards and collective discipline as force multipliers for units operating under stress. The campaign commenced recently for all ranks across the Force.
His commitment to physical health, mental well-being and turnout reflects his belief that nothing is impossible. He urged troops to continue the momentum for personal well-being and the Force’s image. On the second day of his tour, the DG visited the 143 Battalion CRPF at Lamphelpat, where he was accorded a Guard of Honour.
He carried out a comprehensive inspection of office blocks, barracks, messes and welfare facilities, interacting with officers and jawans to gather first-hand feedback on amenities and service delivery. The DG concluded his public engagements with a Samvad, an interactive session with troops, where he highlighted the importance of duty, discipline, and holistic well-being. He also met family members of deployed personnel and held a candid discussion on welfare measures and grievance redressal. The DG later joined the troops for high tea, engaging in informal conversations that strengthened camaraderie and mutual understanding.
Earlier, on his way to Manipur, the DG, who previously served as Director General of Assam Police, visited the family of Assam’s beloved Zubeen Garg in Guwahati. He interacted with Garima Garg, wife of the late artist, conveying heartfelt condolences and deep respect for the iconic musician whose untimely demise has left an irreplaceable void in Assam’s cultural landscape.