India, June 9 -- Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday attended the "Amar Shaheed Shradhanjali" programme organised by the Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam, at the Assam State War Memorial in Dighalipukhuri and Don Bosco High School in Panbazar, Guwahati, to honour soldiers from the state who laid down their lives in service of the nation.

Paying homage to the martyrs, the Governor said the nation remains forever indebted to its brave sons and daughters who made the supreme sacrifice while safeguarding the country's sovereignty and integrity. He noted that the Indian Armed Forces continue to uphold the highest traditions of courage, discipline and dedication while protecting the nation across diverse and challenging terrai...