Manipur, May 3 -- The district health society Tamenglong on Wednesday launched the first round of national deworming day at Christian Grammar school Tamenglong district under the theme, 'Eliminate STH: Invest in the Healthier Future for Children.'

6Assam Rifles Tamenglong battalion, commandant Colonel Aman Ahluwalia attended as chief guest, while child health Tamenglong district nodal officer Pantina Panmei, 6 Assam Rifles ARMO, District Health Society programme manager Khampu, ICDS Cell supervisor Ruth, Zonal Education Office representative Damchuilung, ASHAs members attended the launching programme.

On the occasion, commandant Colonel Aman Ahluwalia said that deworming is important for good health. He stressed on the importance of kee...