Holy Bible distributed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 23 2018:
Shangshak Battalion under the aegis of 10 Sector Assam Rifles distributed The Holy Bible to over 40 villages on Christmas eve, delivering the message of peace and wishes for a prosperous year ahead.
The distribution of The Holy Bible was especially undertaken by the unit on the Christmas eve and the battalion interacted with the villagers and Churches and presented cakes while participating in the Christmas festivities at the villages, said a statement of PRO IGAR (South).
The programmes at all villages were attended by Pastors, village Headmen, Secretaries and authority of the concerned villages.
The villages are - Kashung, Punamram, Manthuram, Khonglo, Makan, K Ashang Khullen, Wanglee, Namlee, Sorde, Shangshak, YKPI and Litan.
The villagers were overwhelmed by the gesture shown by Assam Rifles and their respect towards the local culture and traditions.
The Battalion also encouraged the youth to attend the various classes conducted by the battalion to empower the youngsters, added the statement.