Army distributes computers, cultural kits to schools in Arunachal’s Tawang

Itanagar, Jul 18 (PTI) The Indian Army on Saturday distributed computer sets and traditional dance costumes to schools and NGOs in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh under its civic action programme, officials said. The items were handed over by General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 5 Mountain Division, Major General Amit Nautiyal, during a function held at the Major Bob Khathing memorial museum. Addressing the occasion, Maj Gen Nautiyal said the Army's role in border areas extends beyond protecting the country's frontiers, and includes supporting the education, cultural preservation and overall welfare of local communities. The computer sets are expected to improve digital learning facilities in schools, while the traditional dance costumes will help educational institutions and cultural groups preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of the Monpa community, according to an official release. The initiative reflects the Army's continued efforts to support the holistic development of border areas, while fostering closer ties with the people of Tawang, it said. Maj Gen Nautiyal was also briefed on the development initiatives being implemented in the district under ‘Operation Sadbhavana’, and he later interacted with NCC cadets and monks, appreciating their contribution to nation-building and strengthening civil-military relations, the release said. PTI UPL RBT