AR celebrates Global Hand Washing Day, World Food Day
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 16 2018:
Keithelmanbi and Tulihal Battalions of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) conducted a lecture on Global Hand' Washing and World Food Day at Kunja Junior High School, Langthabal and Govt Primary School, Kakchai.
The seminar aims in spreading awareness with respect to food security in times of crisis and investing in agriculture for the betterment of the society.
Awareness on importance of planting trees were given to the students during the event.
A brief on the World Food Day and importance of cleanliness and personnel hygiene followed by demonstration was conducted for the school children.
The students were educated on nutritional value of various food items and benefits of balanced diet in the overall development of mind and human body by the RMO followed by a painting competition and tree plantation drive was also conducted.
The school authorities lauded the endeavour of the unit.