Assam Rifles Observes Patriots Day
Source: IT News / IGAR (South)
Imphal, August 14 2019:
Patriots Day was observed by the Units of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR (South) as part of which various events were conducted in the entire area of responsibility of the Sector in remembrance of the patriots who laid down their lives fighting in the honour of Manipur during Anglo-Manipur War of 1891 .
Tulihal Battalion organised a motivational lecture on 'Patriots Day' at St John's English High School which was followed by flag hoisting by the students at the School premises.
Thereafter a two minute silence was observed in remembrance for the departed souls.
Likewise, Thoubal Battalion also observed the day by conducting events at Elite Foundation Academy, Peace and Freedom Academy, Thoubal and Guidance Club Siphai Leikai, Yairipok.
The event included flag hoisting ceremony and paying of rich floral tributes to the martyrs of the War.
A stage drama was also performed by the students of the Academy based on the theme of 'Anglo Manipur War of 1891'.Various games and competitions were also organised including a drawing and painting competition for the children.