Assam Rifles, MSU Ink Pact To Provide Educational Opportunities, Concessions To Armed Forces Families

Assam Rifles inked a pact with Medhavi Skills University (MSU) which will offer educational opportunities and concessions to the families of Assam Rifles personnel, according to the media release. This agreement aims to provide scholarships of up to 50 per cent and allocate seats in MSU’s skill-based undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes for the wards and spouses of serving, deceased and retired Assam Rifles personnel.

The MoU was signed between the Director General of Assam Rifles, Lt General Pradeep Chandran Nair, and Kuldip Sarma, Co-Founder and Pro-Chancellor, MSU, in the presence of Air Vice Marshal DK Awasthi (Retd) at the headquarters of Assam Rifles in Shillong.

The Assam Rifles, India's oldest paramilitary force, has been a core part of India’s line of defence. Notably, during the Indo-China war, the Assam Rifles played a crucial role in defending India's sovereignty, showcasing exceptional valour and commitment despite overwhelming challenges.

A significant aspect of the MoU is the prioritisation of educational opportunities. MSU will reserve a minimum of 150 seats in its undergraduate programmes and 50 seats in its postgraduate programmes for the wards and spouses of Assam Rifles personnel. Furthermore, these beneficiaries will receive a 50 per cent concession in tuition fees and a 10 per cent concession in hostel accommodation fees.

The MoU also provides exceptional concessions for Veer Naris and the wards of martyrs, who will receive a 100 per cent tuition fee waiver. Additionally, there will be an 80 per cent tuition fee concession for the wards and spouses of gallantry award winners and retired Assam Rifles personnel who have received gallantry award medals or are battle casualties.

Kuldip Sarma said, “MSU salutes and commends the efforts of the Assam Rifles. We are committed to improving the education and employability of the families of our brave armed forces. This collaboration paves the way for MSU to give back to the heroes of the North East.”

This collaboration between MSU and the Assam Rifles underscores a mutual commitment to enhance the quality of life and educational prospects for the families of those who have dedicated their lives to safeguarding the nation.