AR organises seminar on Maj Bob Khathing
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 20 2015 :
A seminar on the life of late Major Bob Khathing for social and economic development of Ukhrul was organised at Ukhrul Talkies by 41 Assam Rifles of 10 Sector under the aegis of HQ IGAR (S) yesterday, said a statement issued by the PRO, HQ IGAR (South) .
The seminar was conducted to create awareness among the people about the great contribution of (L) Major Bob Khathing.
Brigadier Peeyush Pandey, VSM, Commander, 10 Sector Assam Rifles was the chief guest and gave the introductory remarks on the life of Maj Bob Khathing along with the achievements of the legendary hero.
WA Shishak, former Chief Justice and Yambem Laba, journalist, spoke on the life of (L) Maj Bob Khathing and motivated students to emulate Khathing.
Anirban Choudhury, asst editor, Eclectic NE magazine also attended the seminar.
Meanwhile, 24 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector AR under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) organised a lecture on evils of terrorism in society at Sita village on February 19 .
The programme was attended by 33 locals including women and children from Sita village.