Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 20 2009:
Joining Van Mahotsav observance of the 88th Bn BSF posted at Heirok, DIG BSF (CI Ops) PS Raghava planted tree saplings today.
Earlier interacting with villagers of Heirok Part-II, DIG Raghava announced cash incentive to the two best first divisioners (one boy and a girl) of Chingdongpok High School in matric exam from next year.
The DIG also talked about provision of sewing machines and computer lab, provided fund is available.
Observing that extensive deforestation activities have resulted in rising temperature and deficit rainfall, Raghava said that tree plantation programme was launched to address the aggravating condition.
Together with school students, BSF planted around 2000 saplings in and around Heirok Part-II during today's programme.