Assam Rifles marks World Malaria Day with awareness and sanitation drives in border districts
Source: The Sangai Express

Chandel/Kamjong, April 26 2026: Expanding its ongoing public health mission, Assam Rifles observed World Malaria Day 2026 by conducting a series of community-centric initiatives across the border districts of Chandel and Kamjong.

According to a press release issued by IGAR (South), the day celebrated annually on April 25, serves as a global reminder of the persistent fight against the disease.

This year, the events were aligned with the theme, "Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can.

Now We Must.", reflecting a renewed urgency to secure a malaria-free future for vulnerable populations.

In Khengjoi sub-division of Chandel district, Assam Rifles organised comprehensive cleanliness drives at Phaisanjang and Molchum villages.

A total of 80 participants, including local volunteers and officials, engaged in sanitation activities and Malathion spraying to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds.

Simultaneously, sessions on water-borne diseases were conducted for school children to instill lifesaving hygiene practices from a young age.

These simultaneous interventions ensured that remote border communities remain equipped with the first line of defence against preventable illnesses.

The momentum continued in Kamjong district, where awareness campaigns were held at Kangpat Khullen and Phaikoh villages.

Personnel educated village elders and youth on transmission modes, the vital use of mosquito nets and the significance of early symptom detection to prevent complications.

By sensitising the youth to act as ambassadors of change, the initiative fostered deep-rooted community participation.

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