Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 10 2008:
With the objective of mitigating hardships faced by the locals the 29 Assam Rifles of 26 sector under Hqs IGAR (S) constructed a water point, renovated building of an educational institution and donated musical and sports items in Tengnoupal villages.
According to PRO IGAR (S), a 700 metre long pipe was laid from the water reservoir of the 29 AR upto Tengnoupal village with the unit's Commandant formally handing over the project to the villagers on December 7 .
Moreover, the same unit renovated the St Peter Church and School, Tengnoupal with handing over programme held on December 8 .
Keeping the hygiene, sanitation and health of the children in mind white washing of the school building, repair of floor and cleaning surrounding areas were carried out, the PRO mentioned in a release while adding that the school accommodates around 200 students.
Regarding donation of musical instruments and sports materials to villagers of Laipham and Phalbum, the PRO conveyed that the 29 AR endeavour was initiated in view of the approaching Christmas festival.