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Imphal, Mar 29: 15 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under the aegis of HQ IGAR (S) donated 47 Solar Lanterns among villagers of Upper Khoripok, Thangja, Shangpunram, Lairampunka, Lairam Khullen, Natjang, Molan and Hongbi of Ukhrul District on 29 Mar 2012.Solar Lanterns were handed over to villagers in a simple ceremony in presence of Maj Gen U K Gurung, YSM, IGAR (S) and Brig Navneet Kumar, Commander 9 Sector.
The General officer addressed the gathering and promised all possible help in future ventures to bring in development in the area. He also reiterated the fact that Assam Rifles will continue to strive for welfare and security of the locals in the area. Under this ARMCA project 15 Assam Rifles installed 06 Solar street lights in Patsoi Village and Thuizang Baptist church in Imphal West District.
In yet another occasion, 28 Assam Rifles distributed sports items to Nambul Mapal Youth Club of Keshamthong Ahanhem leikai of Imphal West district. Maj Gen U K Gurung, YSM, IGAR(S), graced the event as Chief Guest and in his address, he reiterated the Assam Rifles pledge to give all out assistance for the development of the people of Manipur. Col Sanjeev Kumar, Commandant 28 Assam Rifles and various civil dignitaries were also present on the occasion.
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