GUWAHATI: The Assam cabinet approved Rs 839.95 crore for the formation of five new Commando Battalions, informed the officials on Monday, 18 July.
The purpose for raising these battalions is to boost the capabilities of Assam Police in dealing with crimes in sensitive areas and also play a crucial role in counter-insurgency operations.
The new Commando Battalions will be set up at Birsima in Hailakandi district, Doldoli in Karbi Anglong, Geleky Kamalabari in Sivasagar, Pabhoi in Biswanath district and Ambikapur in Sadiya.
