Assam Rifles celebrates Luira Phanit in Ukhrul
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 16 2020:
Mantripukhari Battalion of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis HQ IGAR (South) celebrated Luira Phanit festival and organised community service at Riha village, Yangangpokpi in Ukhrul district today.
The festival commenced with offering of prayers followed by a cultural programme in which various traditional songs and dances were performed by the locals, said a statement of PRO IGAR (South).
During the event, interaction with locals was also carried out with an aim to familiarise and orient troops with the locals customs and traditions.
In addition, the battalion distributed sports equipment related to handball, volleyball, etc to the youth of the village in order to promote sports and fitness under Fit India Movement, said Assam Rifles.