AR destroys poppy cultivation at Molanghat
Source: The Sangai Express

Chandel, December 01 2024: Assam Rifles teamed up with the villagers to carry out a successful operation to destroy illegal poppy cultivation over the area of approximately 2.5 sq km at Molanghat village, Chandel on 30 Nov 2024 .

The villagers, motivated by the awareness campaigns conducted by Assam Rifles, destroyed the poppy fields to curb the negative impact of poppy on health and society, said a release issued by IGAR (South) .

Assam Rifles has been conducting awareness campaign since long to educate villagers about the harmful effects on society and consequences of illegal poppy cultivation, said IGAR (S).

IGAR (S) continued that inspired by the campaigns, the villagers took a proactive step to work for a better future and destroyed the poppy menace with help of Assam Rifles.

The joint efforts of Assam Rifles and villagers highlighted the resolution of both to curb anti-social activities linked to poppy cultivation towards a safe and prosperous future and promoting peace in the region.

The active participation of civilians showcased their support for the endeavour of Assam Rifles to promote peace and development in the northeast, added the IGAR (S) .

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