TURA: The 100th anniversary of the 69th Garo Labour Corps Day which is being remembered since 1919 was observed on Monday with the placing of wreaths and bouquets at the cenotaph erected for the purpose at Babupara, followed by a memorial function at the District Auditorium in Tura. The function was organised by the Tura Municipal Board (TMB).
The day is specially remembered to mark the safe arrival of the members of the 69th Garo Labour Corps and in memory of those who sacrificed their lives as recruits of the corps in France during the First World War.
The celebration kicked off with the laying of floral wreaths by several dignitaries at the cenotaph along with prayers in honour of the departed souls as well as salutation by the District Police and the 2nd MLP Batallion from Goeragre near Tura.
A memorial function was held at the District Auditorium, Tura where L B Sangma, retired IGP was the chief guest in the presence of Additional Deputy Commissioner and in-charge Deputy Commissioner, West Garo Hills, Ashish M Sangma, district officials, senior citizens and students.
