Dr Najama Heptulla (Manipur Governor) felicitates 5 JAK RIF for flood relief work
- 11th September 2018 , Raj Bhavan, Imphal -
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Dr Najama Heptulla (Manipur Governor) felicitates 5 JAK RIF for flood relief work
In a ceremony held at Raj Bhawan on 11 September, the Honourable Governor of Manipur, Dr Najama Heptulla felicitated 5 Jammu and Kashmir Rifles of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under IGAR (South) for dedicated and concerted efforts during the recent floods in the State. The swift and timely rescue-cum-relief operations carried out by the battalion in the month of June, 2018 saved many lives during the sudden outbreak of the natural disaster.
The battalion was requisitioned by the State Government to provide aid and assistance for the rescue operations, medical assistance and setting up of relief camps. The well coordinated and relentless rescue and relief efforts in the adversely affected areas of Irong Makha Leikai, Maibam Konjin Sagolsem Leikai, Uchiwa Matai Konjin and Uchiwa Thanga Leikai saved precious lives of many people as well as livestock who were stranded in the flood caused by the torrential rains.
Dr Najama Heptulla (Manipur Governor) felicitates 5 JAK RIF for flood relief work
This is the first time that an Army unit is being felicitated by the Governor with Unit Appreciation in Manipur. Dr. Najma Heptulla, the Hon’ble Governor of Manipur expressed her heartfelt appreciation to the Commanding Officer and all ranks of Tulihal Battalion for the unprecedented humanitarian assistance provided to the people of Manipur by the Armed forces during the natural calamity.
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This Press Release was posted on September 12 2018
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