Assam Rifles begins Yaoshang celebration with locals
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, March 01 2018: Continuing with its tradition of being part of the Yaosang celebrations, the units of 9 Sector Assam Rifles started five-day long celebrations in various locations in Imphal and Thoubal, said PRO IGAR(S) in a press release.

In a series of events, 15 Assam Rifles (Mantripukhri Battalion) celebrated the first day in its area with full vigour and glee.

The Swombung Company Operating Base organized a 'Run for Fun' for teenagers of Chingarel.

35 boys participated in the run with full enthusiasm.

The locals from the nearby villages cheered the participants.

The winners were awarded prizes by Subedar Major Sonaemba (Retired), the Pradhan of Pourabi village.

The Chingmeirong Company Operating Base organised various fun games for the kids including spoon race, sack race etc.

The children had a great time and enjoyed the games showing their competitive spirit.

The Hanuman Top Company Operating Base personnel spent the day with the residents of Old Age Home at Nongpok Kakching and the personnel of Mantripukhri Company Operating Base spent the day with children of Carmel Jyoti Orphanage, Luwangsangbam.

The elders conveyed their blessings to the AR for their gesture, it added.

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