AR organises community service and security meet
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, May 19 2019:
Mantripukhri and TulihalBattalions of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR (South) organised community service and security meettodaywithan aim to interact with the local populace as well as sensitise them in regards to existing security situation in the area.
The community service cum interaction was organised by YKPI Company Operating Base (COB) of Mantripukhri Battalion at Baptist Church in Urangpat village.
The interaction was aimed at familiarising troops of the COB with the locals as well as identify with their local customs and traditions.
The event commenced with offering of prayers followed by an interaction with the villagers.
Over 200 villagers shared their various issues of concern, said a statement of PRO AR .
As part of the security meet conducted by Tulihal Battalion at Patsoi COB, locals were updated on current situation existing in the area of responsibility.
There was also an interaction carried out on necessary measures required to be undertaken for maintaining a strict vigil against illicit activities in the area, future action plan in respect of civic action projects, recruitment in Assam Rifles and Army and career counselling for youth.
The attendees were also sensitised regarding the increase in snake bite cases during summers and the help Assam Rifles can provide.
The security forum was attended by the Meira Paibis, Ward Councillors along with representatives of local youth clubs.