Army officers engage with villagers
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, May 25 2024:
Indian Army officers engaged with residents of Wangoo Sabal and Wangoo Naodakhong villages in Bishnupur district on Friday, fostering a vital connection between the local communities and security forces.
According to a statement issued by PRO, PIB (DW), a meeting, attended by 70 personnel, including key appointments of the village security councils and women was organised, providing an open platform for village committees and residents to address security, administrative, and miscellaneous issues, especially during the cultivation season and permissions for collecting firewood in fringe areas.
During the interaction, villagers expressed concerns about various challenges they face, including security and adminis -trative issues.
The Army officers assured them of heightened security measures in the region and provided insights into the current security situation.
Residents were advised to exercise caution and restrict their movement in proximity to fringe areas for their safety.
The meeting concluded with a mutual understanding and commitment from both sides to collaborate towards fostering peace, stability, and prosperity in the region, the statement added.