Guwahati, Aug 15, Aug. 16 -- Ahead of the 80th Independence Day, formations of the Indian Army and Assam Rifles under Spear Corps organised a series of patriotic, community-oriented and environmental initiatives across Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland. The programmes were aimed at spreading the spirit of patriotism while strengthening the bond between the Armed Forces and local communities across the Northeast.The initiatives were organised around the themes of 150 years of Vande Mataram, Har Ghar Tiranga and Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, bringing together national pride, community participation and environmental responsibility.As part of the celebrations, Army and Assam Rifles personnel engaged with local communities and enc...