AR organizes 'Go Green Drive' in Poi Village
Source: IT News / IGAR (South)
Imphal, May 29 2019:
A 'Go Green Drive' has been organised by Somsai Battalion of 10 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR (South) at Poi village, Ukhrul district on 27 May 2019.As part of initiative total of 200 saplings to include ornamental, medicinal and fruit-bearing trees were planted jointly by the Youth organisation, Baptist and Catholic churches, students of primary and secondary schools of Poi village and personnel of Assam Rifles.
The villagers and students were briefed on how to go about planting, nurturing and safeguarding the saplings in order to conserve nature and made them aware of the significance of such initiative.
Upholding the motto of "Greener World" the 'Go Green Drive' is aimed at increasing the green imprint by planting trees with a noble purpose of saving precious wild life and reducing soil erosion in the hill areas of Poi village of Ukhrul district.
The event also saw presentation of an incentive to youth federation, Churches and schools which will further strengthen the bonding between Youth Federation of Poi village and Assam Rifles personnel.