Assam Rifles commemorates 'Dandi March'
Source: The Sangai Express / PIB
Imphal, April 05 2021:
To commemorate the 91st anniversary of 'Dandi March' led by Mahatma Gandhi and to mark 75 years of Indian Independence, 44 Assam Rifles under the aegis of 22 Sector AR IGAR(E) celebrated Azadi Ka Amrut mahotsav at Tamenglong district headquarters.
The event included a 5 km walkathon from Jadonang park of Tamenglong town towards Old Tamenglong village junction and back.
The Commandant of Tamenglong battalion led the general public of the town to pay floral tributes to the freedom fighters and remembered the struggle and sacrifices of Mahatma Gandhi, Rani Gaidinliu, Haipou Jadonang and other national heros at the grand function.
The event saw large number of civil administration, CRPF, CSOs, NGO, & Civilians turn up to be part of this unique tribute to great national freedom fighters.
The event culminated with favourite bhajans of father of the nation and patriotic songs for the attendees.
Patriotic songs filled the environment wmVenthusiasm.
The aim of the event was to foster patriotism among the local youths and to pay homage to the legendary freedom fighters from the soil of Manipur.
Speaking on the occasion the Commandant urged the youth to channelise their energy in upliftment of the society and contribute towards nation building and development.
He also motivated the gathered youth for joining security forces & asked them to preserve, protect and enrich the hard earned freedom to promote a sense of national integration and commitment.