Ex-servicemen rallies held
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 26 2016:
Red Shield Division organised ex-service-
men rallies (ESM) at Khuga and N Khunou on Jun 25.The rally at
Khuga was organized by Khuga Battalion of Churachandpur As-
sam Rifles Sector under the aegis of Red Shield Division.
The rally was inaugurated by the District Welfare Officer
Brig Ajay Kumar, Commander of Churachandpur Assam
Rifles Sector, in the presence of guest of honour Lunminthang
Haokip, DC Churachandpur, said a press release issued by
PIB (DW).
The rally was attended by about 300 ex-servicemen, war
widows, Veer Naris and their dependents form various parts
of Churachandpur district.
In order to help the veterans and their families, stalls for
Suvigya Cell (to resolve pension related issues), free medical
checkup and canteen facilities were also established.
The
event also showcased Indian Army Band Display and the
beautiful Punjabi culture in the form of Bhangra, displayed by
troops of Khuga Battalion.
N Khunou Battalion of Loktak Brigade organised the ESM
at N Khunou.
The rally addressed the problems of the ex-
servicemen of the area and also acquainted them with the
various existing and upcoming policies of the Ministry of
Defence.
Facility of Suvigya Cell, medical treatment and canteen
were also established at the rally for the welfare of the ex-
servicemen, added the press release.