From Bhupen Goswami
GUWAHATI : Troops of Spear Corps organised a medical camp on 15 February 2021 for locals of Chaglohagam, Anjaw District. The medical camp was organised with an aim to provide basic health facilities in the far-flung areas of Arunachal Pradesh. Specialised consultation along with basic medical care and medicines were provided to approx. 100 villagers including elderly, women and children of Chaglohagam village. The locals as well as the members of civil administration of the Anjaw District lauded the Indian Army for its outreach to provide medical facilities in the far-flung areas.
On the other hands, Troops of Spear Corps celebrated ‘Tamla-Du’ festival along with the Digaru Mishmi community from 13 to 15 Feb at Anjaw District of Arunachal Pradesh. Tamla-Du festival is one of the popular festivals celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh by the Digaru Mishmis. It is celebrated on 15 Feb every year and includes offering of prayers to Mother Nature and display of traditional Tanggong Dance. The festival also spreads messages of unity and gaiety amongst the inhabitants.
On the occasion of 51st Tamla-Du festival, the troops of Indian Army participated by showcasing various cultural dance & martial art forms incl “Bhangra” of Punjab, “Kalaripayattu” of Kerala. In addition a Army Band and Weapon Display was also conducted at Khoraliang Tamla-Du Ground, Tezu. Over 1200 people witnessed the cultural events organized on 15 February. The energy of the participating troops motivated the youth to join the profession of Armed forces.
