lecture on "zero garbage drive"
Source: PRO Cell IGAR(S)*
Imphal, April 11 2018:
11 Assam Rifles of 26 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) organized a lecture on "Zero Garbage Drive" in Chongjang village, Tengnoupal District on 11 April 2018.Villagers were briefed regarding the importance of cleanliness and were also motivated to keep their village clean.
Assam Rifles personnel along with overwhelming support from the villagers made combined efforts to make the village area clean and spread awareness amongst the locals.
The villagers were briefed regarding proper waste disposal and they were also encouraged to make stop use of polythenes to enable preserving the environment.
They were also advised to throw the waste only in dustbins and earmarked pits which should regularly be cleaned/ regulated.
The villagers were also encouraged to make use of toilets for keeping the atmosphere clean.
The vigorous efforts were concluded with tea and refreshment for the participants.
The event was dedicated to the ongoing 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' an initiative of Honorable Prime Minister of India which is being encouraged as a movement in various parts of the country.
Assam Rifles has been promoting 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' initiative in remote areas of North East as well.