12 Bihar Regiment of 9 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) organised a weapon display as part of the ‘Know Your Army’ initiative followed by a talk on the work and efforts of Army in the ‘Service of Nation’ for School children of Chabung Government High School, Mayang Imphal on Oct 10.
A statement of the PRO, IGAR (South) said that the weapon display was organised with the aim of increasing awareness about in the Army and to motivate the students to opt for a career in the Army while bringing the students closer to the Armed Forces.
Around 100 students of Chabung Government High School, Mayang Imphal witnessed the display gaining an insight into the working of the Armed Forces. The Officers of 12th Battalion the Bihar Regiment initially interacted with the students and then familiarised them with the weapons and their role.
After the weapon display a small talk was conducted on importance of peace and harmony and small contribution made by Army to bring youth closer to the mainstream. The drive was appreciated by the Principal and staff of the Chabung Government High School and prominent personalities of the area, the statement added.
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