AR holds Yaoshang sport festivals
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 07 2018:
The units of 9 Sector AssamRifles under the aegis of IGAR(South) celebrated Yaoshan gwith locals of different localities in Imphal East, Imphal West and Thoubal districts over five days and celebrated the spirit of sportsmanship and festival fervor, said a press release from PRO IGAR(S).
6 Assam Rifles (Keithalmanbi Battalion) got together with various youth clubs of Andro, Lilong, Singjamei,Canchipur and nearby areas and organised a day of fun and joy for the children from various orphanages and villages in and around Imphal.
The events included a number of games and fun activities includingpony ride, spoon race, sack race, tug of war, fishing etc for the children.
In addition, the women from DORCAS NGO were also invited for Yaosang celebration.
Besides the sporting events which saw participation of a large number of young participants, the 'Run for Fun' for young kids witnessed remarkable interest and participation.
5 Jammu and Kashmir Rifles (Tulihal Battalion) also conducted a number of events in Oinam, Nambol, Maibam, Patsoi, Mayanglmphal, Yumnam Huidrom, Samurouand adjoining areas.
Soccer and volleyball tournament fortheelders and various games for children were organised, the release said.