World forest day celebrated
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, March 21 2023:
Churachandpur Battalion of Churachandpur Sector under IGAR (South) observed World Forest Day and organised mega tree plantation drive to promote afforestation under the theme "Adopt a tree Campaign" at Sanaikot on Tuesday.
In a release, PRO IGAR (S) informed that the plantation drive was focused on imbibing the importance of trees and spreading awareness amongst locals and troops on saving earth by planting more trees.
The villagers were also briefed about adopting eco-friendly lifestyle thereby contributing towards Mother Earth and cleaner environment.
A total of 40 saplings of fruits, shady and local variety of plants were planted as part of the plantation drive at Sanaikot held with the participation of 26 locals.
The local populace ex pressed their willingness to work together with Assam Rifles towards a safer, secure and greener environment in future also.
They also expressed gratitude to security forces for conducting such informative and eco-friendly events, added the PRO.