Assam Rifles provides humanitarian aid, conducts awareness lecture on medical emergencies
Source: The Sangai Express
Bpr/CCPur, June 29 2024:
The Assam Rifles in continuation of extending humanitarian assistance, provided aid to 80 orphaned children and provided medical care to 140 residents in Kwakta village in Bishnupur district and also organized a comprehensive awareness lecture on medical emergencies at Agape School in Sangaikot village, Churachandpur district.
The effort was aimed to address the urgent needs of the community, particularly the orphans, who included 43 boys and 37 girls residing in two orphanages, said a press release by the PRO, IGAR (South).
Essential items such as water storage tanks, buckets, mugs, bed sheets, blankets, pillows, and utensils were provided and comprehensive health checkups were conducted for these 80 children.
Additionally comprehensive medical care was also extended to around 140 residents reflecting a holistic approach to community health.
In a parallel initiative, informative lectures were conducted by Assam Rifles at Agape School, Sangaikot, Churachandpur district to educate the younger generation on essential medical care and handling emergencies.
Approximately 21 children participated in the session which was held on June 27, 2024 that focused on snake bites, infectious diseases, and alcohol and drug abuse.
The event aimed to equip the children with key practical knowledge to respond effectively to medical emergencies and foster a healthier community.
The local community expressed profound appreciation for the unwavering support of Assam Rifles during these challenging times.
This initiative not only addressed immediate needs but also served as a testament to the unity and solidarity within the diverse communities of the region, said the release.