AR celebrates children day
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 13 2019:
Keithelmanbi Battalion of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under aegis of IGAR (South) celebrated the 130th birth anniversary of late Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, which is celebrated on November 14th and widely known as Children's Day.
On the occasion of Children's Day, Canchipur Company Operating Base (COB) organised a painting, debate and essay writing competitions for the students of Royal Mission School, Canchipur today, said a press release issued by PRO, IGAR.
The event commenced with a motivational speech by Karam Shyam, Minister of PDS, Consumer Affairs, Weights and Measures, Revenue, Relief and Rehabilitation followed by a cultural programme organised by the school children.
Post the cultural programme, painting, debate and essay writing competitions based on the theme of the event were organised for the students.
Winners of the competitions were felicitated by Karam Shyam and Commandant of Keithelmanbi Battalion Assam Rifles.
In addition, various sports items including footballs, volleyballs, football gloves were also handed over to school authorities to promote sports in the area.
The event witnessed an attendance of over 240 students and staff and they appreciated the efforts of the Assam Rifles in organizing such events.