AR celebrates Cheiraoba with locals
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 19 2018:
Units of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of Headquarter IGAR (South) celebrated the auspicious and pious festival of Cheiraoba at various locations.
According to a press release from PRO IGAR (S), 15 Assam Rifles celebrated Cheiraoba at Chingarel temple with the locals.
The arrangements for smooth conduct and refreshments for all devotees were done by Sawombung Company Operating Base of 15 Assam Rifles.
The festival started with influx of devotees to the Chingarel temple by first light.
15 Assam Rifles had done all arrangements to increase the succor of devotees.
About 2500 locals attended the auspicious function wherein they offered prayers to the Chingarel Devi.
Andro and Lilong Company Operating Bases of 6 Assam Rifles celebrated the Meitei New Year with locals of Laupauchum and Thiyam Konhin villages respectively.
Canchipur Assam Rifles post also celebrated, the festival by offering rituals, preparation of feast and climbing Langthanbal hillock.
More than 100 locals took part and offered prayers at the temple.