Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 21 2010:
In commemoration of the ongoing celebrations of the 175th year of co-existence and friendly association with the locals as well as strengthening the resolve of being 'The Friends of the Hill People', the 42 Assam rifles under the aegis of HQs IGAR (S) organised a Run for Peace event from Komlathabi to Pallel Garrison Ground today, said a 26 Sector Assam Rifles release.
Apart from large gathering of villagers headed by village chiefs and ex-servicemen, various sports organisations and members of NGOs also witnessed the event which was flagged off by president of AR Women's Welfare Association Monica Bhanot.
The run was organised in seven categories for both male and females from below 10 years to above 16 years.
In his address, 26 sector DIG Brig SK Bhanot urged the people to come forward to support the good cause and expressed his will to bring in prosperity and peace.
The brigadier also interacted with the locals, ex-servicemen and participants besides felicitating the ex-servicemen and senior citizens who participated and won prizes in the run.