Assam Rifles distributes water tank
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 10 2020:
Assam Rifles distributed 20 antibacterial water tanks in Keithelmanbi village and 5 water tanks in Kangpat Khullen village yesterday as a part of its Civic Action Program aimed at improving infrastructure in remote villages of Manipur.
During routine interaction with the locals of both the villages, it came to the notice of Assam Rifles the lack of basic amenities including facility for clean water and acting upon the villagers' approach to assist them in enhancing the water storage facility in their village, Assam Rifles promptly provided a total of 20 water storage tanks to Keithelmanbi village and 5 water tanks to Kangpat Khullen village, said a statement issued by PRO Assam Rifles.
The statement added that the troops of Assam Rifles took the opportunity to sensitise the local populace on COVID-19 protocols including the use of face masks, hand sanitiser and adopting social distancing.
Another statement released by AR said, Assam Rifles also organised a 'Run for Fit India' in Kakching Garrison of Assam Rifles in sync with the 'Fit India Campaign' launched by the Government of India, today.
A total of 53 families of the Garrison participated in the 4 km run aimed at leading a fit and healthy lifestyle, added the statement.