World Malaria Day: AR conducts holistic health and rehabilitation initiatives
Source: The Sangai Express

Bishnupur/Kakching/Noney/Tengnoupal , April 25 2026: Advancing the vision of a healthier and more resilient society, Assam Rifles organised a series of community outreach programmes across Bishnupur, Kakching, Noney and Tengnoupal districts in Manipur to mark World Malaria Day 2026, which falls on April 25.According to a press note issued by IGAR (S), under the global theme "Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can.

Now We Must.", Assam Rifles conducted an extensive Malaria awareness drive at Nambol in Bishnupur district.

A total of 76 participants, including 45 local residents and community heads, attended the session which covered the causes and transmission modes of the disease.

Detailed guidance was provided on maintaining hygiene and eliminating mosquito breeding sites, complemented by a practical demonstration on the correct method of using mosquito nets.

Attendees were further educated on early symptom identification and the necessity of seeking timely medical treatment to prevent complications.

In a simultaneous effort to combat the disease, Assam Rifles carried out comprehensive awareness programmes and fumigation exercises in Kakching district.

The initiative spanned Waikhong and Pangaltabi villages, covering multiple locations including The Modem English School, Saraswati Bal Vidya Mandir and IDP camps at Mangjing and Chairel.

Medical personnel educated residents on effective prevention strategies and early detection at Forest Beat Office Waikhong and surrounding areas.

Assam Rifles also organised a lecture on malaria prevention at Joupi Village in Noney district.

During the session, medical staff highlighted key aspects such as maintaining hygiene, preventing water stagnation and the use of mosquito nets to reduce the risk of mosquito-borne infections.

Information on symptoms, early detection and the importance of timely medical intervention was also disseminated.

The villagers participated actively in the session.

In a parallel initiative at the Adullam Drug Rehabilitation Centre in Moreh, Tengnoupal district, Assam Rifles conducted a structured Yoga session for 31 participants in recovery.

This event was organised as part of the Nationwide lead-up to the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026, supporting the Government's initiative to institutionalise Yoga as a daily habit for holistic health.

The session included guided meditation, breathing techniques and postures designed to foster emotional balance and physical strength.

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