Tree plantation drive
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 09 2018:
Keeping the spirit of Vanmahotsav alive, Phundrei Battalion of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) conducted a tree plantation drive.
A total of 1000 saplings were planted in and around area of the Battalion.
The aim of the event was to inculcate awareness about maintaining ecological balance and initiate steps to encourage locals to plant trees.
The Battalion intends to plant 5,000 trees during this monsoon season in Thoubal district.
The villagers and children took a pledge towards safeguarding nature and displayed enthusiasm in planting saplings.
The local populace thanked Assam Rifles for their initiative towards this noble cause.