AR observes World Earth Day
Source: The Sangai Express
Chandel/Moreh, April 24 2020:
26 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) observed World Earth Day from April 22 to 23 at Pallel, Chandel and Moreh.
A total of 1000 saplings were planted by the Assam Rifles such as ashoka tree, jackfruit, guava, amla, mango and neem, as a part of the observation, said a statement of IGAR (S) .
Tree saplings taken from Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Office, Imphal and Kakching nurseries were planted by the troops of Assam Rifles to acknowledge the role of Mother Nature which nurtures all living beings.
The theme of this year World Earth Day was 'Protect Our Species', it added.
It also said that regular efforts are being made by Assam Rifles to plant more trees to protect and maintain a healthy green environment.