AR leads tree plantation drives across state
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, July 08 2025: In connection with the nationwide Van Mahotsav celebrations, Assam Rifles with the active collaboration of officials from the forest divisions of Imphal West, Bishnupur and Tengnoupal, spearheaded a series of tree plantation drives from July 6 to 8 at Keithelmanbi Garrison, Nambol and Moreh.

According to PRO IGAR (S), more than 300 participants, including Assam Rifles personnel, forest officials, ICP staff, school children, teachers, education officers, civil society leaders and local residents, joined hands to plant 600 saplings of indigenous and fruit-bearing species such as tamarind, jamun, blueberry and lemon.

The events underscored a shared commitment to environmental conservation and the preservation of biodiversity, said the PRO in a release.

It also informed that Forest Department officials delivered engaging awareness talks, highlighting the importance of native species and long-term strategies for environmental protection.

The drives not only reinforced the spirit of 'One Earth, One Life' but also strengthened bonds between Assam Rifles and the local community in pursuit of a greener, more sustainable future, the PRO conveyed.

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