AR flags off Christmas marathon to commemorate Vijay Divas
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, December 16 2023:
Tamenglong-based Battalion of Assam Rifles in collaboration with the civil society organisations of Tamenglong district, conducted a Christmas Marathon that also commemorated the 52nd Vijay Divas on Saturday.
The 10km marathon was flagged off by the commandant from Jadonang Park, Tamenglong.
About 250 participants in different age groups took part in the run.
The marathon was jointly conducted by Assam Rifles, collective group of people, clubs, businesses and associations.
It was well received by locals, all of whom praised the Assam Rifles for the successful conduct of the commendable initiative.
The theme of the marathon was the upcoming festive season of Christmas, as also, to honour the national heroes on the occasion of 52nd Vijay Divas, which marks the victory of India over Pakistan in 1971 war.
Maj Kamei Gaigonglung (retd) of Tamenglong, a veteran of 1971 War, was felicitated by the commandant of Tamenglong Battalion on the occasion, said an AR press release on Saturday.