78 Battalion CRPF organises civic action programme at Rilan

Dimapur, October 21 (MExN): As part of its efforts to strengthen community relations and promote public welfare, the 78 Battalion, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), organized a Civic Action Programme at Rilan Village in Dimapur on October 21. The initiative was held under the aegis of the Manipur & Nagaland Sector and the DIG (Operations), Kohima Range, CRPF.During the event, sewing machines were distributed to needy villagers to support livelihood generation, encourage skill development, and promote self-reliance. The programme witnessed participation from officers and personnel of the 78 Bn CRPF, members of the Village Council, and local residents.According to the force, the initiative aims to enable beneficiaries to pursue tailoring-related work and establish small-scale livelihood activities where feasible, reflecting the CRPF's commitment to supporting local communities through constructive engagement and welfare-oriented initiatives.Mhachonthung Murry, Chairman of the Rilan Village Council, expressed gratitude to the 78 Bn CRPF for extending assistance, noting that the sewing machines would help beneficiaries enhance livelihood opportunities, improve employability, and encourage entrepreneurship. Local residents also expressed appreciation for the support extended by the force, which reaffirmed the importance of cooperation in promoting confidence, goodwill, and a spirit of partnership.