NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his greetings to the personnel of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on their Raising Day, praising the ‘Himveers’ for their exceptional bravery, dedication, and selfless service to the nation.
In a post on X, PM Modi highlighted the force’s unwavering resolve in overcoming challenges and called their sacrifices a source of immense inspiration.
On their Raising Day, greetings to all personnel of the ITBP.
The ITBP Himveers have distinguished themselves through their exceptional valour.
They have always risen to every challenge with remarkable determination.
Their selfless service and sacrifices are a source of immense inspiration to the nation.
@ITBP_official
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 24, 2026
“On their Raising Day, greetings to all personnel of the ITBP. The ITBP Himveers have distinguished themselves through their exceptional valour. They have always risen to every challenge with remarkable determination. Their selfless service and sacrifices are a source of immense inspiration to the nation,” Prime Minister Modi said.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah greeted the ITBP personnel, noting that “the Himveers of the ITBP have set glorious precedents in courage and commitment to the nation”.
“Greetings to ITBP personnel on their Raising Day. Securing the dignity of the nation in merciless terrains and unforgiving climates, the Himveers of the ITBP have set glorious precedents in courage and commitment to the nation. Salutations to martyrs who gave their lives for the country,” Shah posted on X.
Raising Day greetings to the ‘Himveers’ of the @ITBP_official.
The roar of their valour echoes through the snow-clad mountains, reducing every threat to our nation’s security to rubble. Their tenacity in withstanding the harshest climates symbolizes India’s steely resolve for security.
Salutations to the martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice for the nation.
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 24, 2026
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended warm greetings to the personnel of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and their families on the occasion of the force’s Raising Day, commending their stellar role in guarding the borders in extreme conditions and aiding internal security.
In a post on X, the Defence Minister lauded the ‘Himveers’ for their exemplary valour, professionalism, and significant contributions to internal security operations, including efforts against Left Wing Extremism (LWE).
On ITBP Raising Day, I extend my warm greetings to all ITBP personnel and their families.
The Himveers of ITBP have played a vital role in safeguarding India’s borders in the harshest climatic conditions. They have also made significant contributions to internal security operations, including efforts to combat Left Wing Extremism.
Their courage, professionalism and unwavering commitment to duty reflect the finest traditions of service to the nation.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 24, 2026
“On ITBP Raising Day, I extend my warm greetings to all ITBP personnel and their families. The Himveers of ITBP have played a vital role in safeguarding India’s borders in the harshest climatic conditions. They have also made significant contributions to internal security operations, including efforts to combat Left Wing Extremism,” Singh said.
He further noted that the force’s “courage, professionalism and unwavering commitment to duty reflect the finest traditions of service to the nation.”
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extended his heartfelt greetings to all soldiers and officers of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on their Foundation Day, commending the force for setting an exemplary standard of bravery and dedication in the country’s most rugged frontiers.
In a post on X, the Lok Sabha Speaker praised the ‘Himveers’ for their unwavering resolve in safeguarding the borders across the inaccessible and treacherous terrains of the Himalayas.
भारत-तिब्बत सीमा पुलिस (ITBP) बल के स्थापना दिवस पर सभी वीर जवानों एवं अधिकारियों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ।
दुर्गम हिमालयी क्षेत्रों में देश की सीमाओं की रक्षा से लेकर हर चुनौतीपूर्ण परिस्थिति में राष्ट्र की सेवा तक, ITBP के जवानों ने अदम्य साहस, अटूट संकल्प और कर्तव्यनिष्ठा की मिसाल कायम की है। मातृभूमि की सुरक्षा के प्रति उनका समर्पण देश के लिए गर्व और प्रेरणा का स्रोत है।
राष्ट्र सेवा में समर्पित ITBP के सभी वीर जवानों के शौर्य को नमन।
@ITBP_official
— Om Birla (@ombirlakota) October 24, 2026
“Heartfelt greetings to all the brave soldiers and officers on the Foundation Day of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Force. From safeguarding the nation’s borders in the most inaccessible Himalayan regions to serving the nation in every challenging situation, the soldiers of ITBP have set an exemplary standard of indomitable courage, unwavering resolve, and dedication to duty,” Birla wrote.
He further said that the force’s commitment to national security remained a source of pride and inspiration for the country. “Their commitment to the security of the motherland is a source of pride and inspiration for the country. Salutations to the valour of all the brave soldiers of ITBP, dedicated to national service,” he added.
On the occasion, the ITBP also extended greetings to its personnel, known as ‘Himveers’ and ‘Himveeranganas’, and their families, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the nation. In a post on X, the official handle of the paramilitary force invoked its foundational motto: ‘Shaurya, Dridhata, Karm Nishtha’ (Valour, Steadfastness, and Dedication).
भारत-तिब्बत सीमा पुलिस बल के 65वें स्थापना दिवस पर सभी हिमवीरों, हिमवीरांगनाओं एवं उनके परिजनों को हार्दिक बधाई और अशेष शुभकामनाएँ!
अपने ध्येय वाक्य ‘शौर्य, दृढ़ता, कर्मनिष्ठा’ को चरितार्थ करते हुए यह बल सदैव राष्ट्रसेवा में समर्पित रहेगा।
जय हिंद!
#ITBP
#Himveers
@PIB_India https://t.co/gwYhpjMkvv— ITBP (@ITBP_official) October 24, 2026
“Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to all Himveers, Himveeranganas, and their families on the Raising Day of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force! Embodying its motto ‘Valour, Steadfastness, Dedication’, this force shall forever remain devoted to the service of the nation. Jai Hind!” the ITBP said.
The ITBP, known as the ‘Himveers’ (Himalayan Warriors), is deployed along India’s 3,488 km border with China, known as the Line of Actual Control (LAC), and is tasked with safeguarding the nation’s frontiers in some of the most challenging high-altitude terrains in the world. The ITBP is mandated to guard the border that touches Jammu and Kashmir (1597 km), Himachal Pradesh (200 km), Uttarakhand (345 km), Sikkim (220 km), and Arunachal Pradesh (1126 km).
The ITBP was raised on October 24, 1962, in the aftermath of the India-China war, with the primary objective of guarding the country’s border along the India-China frontier.
Initially starting with just four battalions, the ITBP was tasked with monitoring the 36,000 km-long Himalayan borders, detecting and preventing border violations, and promoting a sense of security among border populations.
Over the years, its role has expanded from purely border guarding to include disaster response, anti-Naxal operations, and internal security duties. The force is also frequently deployed for VIP security and election-related assignments across the country.
Celebrated every year on October 24, ITBP Raising Day honours the valour, dedication, and sacrifice of the “Himveers” who serve in some of the most inhospitable and high-altitude terrains in the world, including regions above 18,000 feet in Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, and Himachal Pradesh.
The occasion is marked by parades, cultural programmes and tributes to martyrs at the ITBP headquarters in New Delhi and across its formations, recognising the contribution of personnel to border security and national service. (ANI)
