AR reaches out to Noney public
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, June 11 2011: Aimed at strengthening cordial relationships between the security forces and the local populace, the 10 Assam Rifles under the aegis of Loktak Brigade organised a cultural exchange programme at Noney subdivision of Tamenglong district today.

Over 60 youngsters from different parts of the State participated in the event witnessed by hundreds of civilians from Noney and Tupul areas.

Apart from presentation of traditional items by various cultural troupes, Bhangra, a Punjabi harvest dance by troops of 18 Sikh, Lezim (Maratha folk dance) by 16 Maratha Light Infantry and Khukri dance by 4/8 Gorkha Rifles also enthralled the impressive gathering.

Speaking at the occasion, 10 Assam Rifles Commandant Ajay Sharma said that the Loktak Brigade initiated the event as a genuine effort to provide an environment beyond demography, language, cultural and economic divide to the youth of Manipur to showcase the rich and diverse culture.

Expressing confidence that such cultural exchange programmes will be able to promote understanding and create a conducive atmosphere to walk the same path of peace and development, he also called upon the youths to strive for realisation of the dreams of nation builders such as Pt Nehru, Gandhi, Rani Gaidinliu for a free nation based on a firm egalitarian society.

10 Assam Rifles personnel and troops with the public

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