Assam Rifles honours motherhood and regional solidarity through compassionate outreach
Source: The Sangai Express

Tengnoupal/Kakching/Kamjong, May 10 2026: Assam Rifles organised a series of Mother's Day celebrations on May 9 & 10, 2026 across Tengnoupal, Pallel, and Kamjong districts, fostering a spirit of harmony and mutual trust.

According to a release issued by IGAR (South), the events in the border townships of Modi, Pallel, Moreh, and Tengnoupal, drew 220 local ladies and 90 students.

The diverse gathering included 65 Naga women, 85 Meitei women as the Meira Paibis, and 70 Kuki women, providing a vital platform for crosscommunity engagement.

The programme featured interactive sessions on women's empowerment, healthcare, and social progress, complemented by recreational activities like Tambola.

These interactions bridged cultural divides, culminating in a community lunch and a movie screening that reinforced the social fabric of the region.

The spirit of the occasion was further highlighted in Kamjong district, where Assam Rifles celebrated the day with Olina Ningshen of Kangpat Khunou village.

Her presence was particularly poignant following her abduction by KNA (B) and Village Volunteers Eastern Zone (WEZ) militants from Namlee on May 8 .

Through concerted efforts and a swift operation by Assam Rifles, she was successfully rescued and released south of Z Choro village on May 9 .

Following her rescue, she was provided with essential medical and psychological assistance before being formally handed over to her family at the Chassad unit headquarters.

Marking this triumph of safety, 45 personnel visited her home on Mother's Day to present gifts and essentials.

The exchange of tokens of gratitude between the villagers and Assam Rifles underscored a deep-seated bond of protection and empathy.

The initiatives reflect a nuanced approach to regional stability, where the celebration of maternal contributions serves as a catalyst for inclusive participation and enduring peace in the border areas, said IGAR (South) .

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