"Their Valour Echoes Through Snow-Clad Mountains": Amit Shah Greets ITBP 'Himveers' on Raising Day
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla hail the bravery of ITBP 'Himveers' on the force's Raising Day.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has extended his heartfelt greetings to the personnel of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on the occasion of its Raising Day, praising the force for its unwavering commitment to national security. In a stirring tribute, the Home Minister highlighted how the courage of the 'Himveers' serves as a shield for the nation against all threats.
A Symbol of Steely Resolve
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Amit Shah lauded the tenacity of the ITBP personnel, who operate in some of the most inhospitable terrains on Earth. He stated that their ability to withstand the harshest climatic conditions is a reflection of India's "steely resolve for security."
The Home Minister remarked that the "roar of their valour echoes through the snow-clad mountains," effectively reducing any threat to the nation's security to rubble. He also paused to pay a solemn tribute to the fallen heroes of the force, offering salutations to the martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice for the country.
Lok Sabha Speaker Applauds 'Indomitable Courage'
Joining the celebrations, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also extended his greetings to the officers and soldiers of the ITBP on its Foundation Day. He commended the force for establishing an exemplary standard of bravery and dedication while guarding the country's most rugged frontiers.
Speaker Birla specifically praised the 'Himveers' for their resolve in safeguarding borders across the treacherous and often inaccessible terrains of the Himalayas. He noted that the dedication of the ITBP personnel toward the security of the motherland serves as a constant source of pride and inspiration for the entire nation.
'Shaurya, Dridhata, Karm Nishtha': The ITBP's Promise
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police also marked the occasion by extending wishes to its personnel—known as 'Himveers' and 'Himveeranganas'—and their families. Reaffirming its mission, the force invoked its foundational motto: 'Shaurya, Dridhata, Karm Nishtha', which translates to Valour, Steadfastness, and Dedication.
In its official communication, the ITBP pledged to remain forever devoted to the service of the nation, embodying the values of its motto while continuing to secure the high-altitude borders of India.