Mail News Service
Imphal, Jan 18: As part of Military Civic Action Programme undertaken by 33 Assam Rifles under the aegis of Loktak Brigade of Red Shield Division an Inter Community Peace and Harmony Meet is being organized at Moirang from 20-25 Jan 2012 on the occasion of Republic Day 2012. The event is aimed at fostering peace and harmony amongst the various communities of Manipur by promoting sports & culture and also show case the varied culture of Manipur. As part of the meet, Loktak Brigade Republic Day Football Tournament 2012 is also being organized from 20-25 Jan 2012 at Moirang College and Moirang Multipurpose High School football ground. As many as 12 football clubs from various parts of Bishnupur and Nonei are participating in the event.
On the culminating day of the tournament, the rich customs, culture, traditions and ethnic diversity with their uniqueness will be showcased by troupes from various communities of Manipur, ie Meitei, Kuki, Naga and Kom, who will perform cultural dances of respective communities. The security forces will also showcase their own skills in pipe and brass band.
The event will be kicked off on 20 Jan 2012 by Colonel N Bhardwaj, Commandant 33 Assam Rifles at Moirang College, Moirang.
During the inaugural function, sports items under Military Civic Action Programme worth Rs. 1,50,000/- will be distributed to various sports clubs of Thanga Heisnam, Keibul Lamjao, Konumla, Kamlakhong and Moirang Khunou falling under the area of responsibility of 33 Assam Rifles.
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