AR celebrates Id-ul-Zuha
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 22 2018:
Battalions of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) celebrated Id-Ul-Zuha at various places across the area of responsibility today.
Keithelmanbi Battalion celebrated Eid at Lilong Masjid along with the troops of the Lilong company operating base and locals.
The Mufti of Lilong Masjid was the chief guest in the programme.
Mantripukhri Battalion celebrated Eid at Khabesoi, Khomidok, Kairang Muslim and Hegru Makhong villages.
Approximately 650 persons attended the celebration at Idgah of Khabesoi village.
Sweet were also distributed in these villages.
A total of 1,100 individuals including children participated in the event.
5 JAKRIF Bn under the aegis of HQ 9 Sector AR celebrated Eid at Khuman Maheikol boarding school today.
"Eid-ul-Adha or Bakr Eid is celebrated to mark the sacrifice given by the great Prophet to show his loyalty, love and devotion towards God," a statement of the 5 JAKRIF Bn.
The personnel distributed chocolates to the children/students and explained the importance of the festival.
The school management appreciated the efforts of the AR in developing cordial relations with the people and spreading happiness on the occasion.