Assam Rifles finds a unique idea to ensure social distancing
Our Bureau
AIZAWL, June 27 2020: Assam Rifles, world’s oldest paramilitary force, has evolved a unique idea to ensure social distancing which has been prescribed globally to prevent spread of coronavirus.
Aizawl Battalion of Assam Rifles under the aegis of Headquarters 23 Sector (IGAR (East) has instituted a novel idea of using umbrellas to ensure social distancing, an effective protective measure against COVID-19.
It distributed umbrellas to economically weak and senior citizens of Ngopa, Mimbung, Kawlbem, New Vaikhawtlang and Hnahlan villages keeping in view of the impending monsoons. This initiative also aims to promote ‘Break the Chain’ maxim to fight against COVID-19. The residents have been urged to use umbrellas, as a habit at public places, which will automatically ensure physical distancing without any conscious effort.
The initiative by Assam Rifles was appreciated by the village authorities and the residents alike. Assam Rifles proves to be driving force, working at grass-roots level, and lives up to the adage of ‘Friends of the Hill People’.