Imphal : Manipur  forest and environment and climate change minister Awangbow Newmai today inspected the ongoing projects of the department at different places of Imphal valley.

The newly inducted minister inspected the Climate Change Adaptation Project at Phayeng village in Imphal West. He also inspected the spring source water supply system, solar powered cold storage unit under UNDP and village knowledge centre.

Later, the minister examined the work progress of the Sewage Treatment (ST) Plant at Heirangoithong  here under the Rejuvenation and Conservation of Nambul River.

He also visited and checked the maintenance of the river front garden at Waheng Lekai, Keishampat and Keishamthong.

Addressing the gathering at Phayeng village, Awangbow expressed happiness after visiting the community reserve forest in the area.

Stating that   Phayeng village has set an example to the entire State on the conservation of forest led by village head and others, the minister assured to take up necessary work under the supervision of Chief  Minister N Biren Singh.

He said he is extremely pleased to know that everyday around four volunteers on roster basis are guarding the community forest and opined that if each and every individual in the State have this kind of awareness and dedication then our land can be protected for the future generation.

The said that  he believes that understanding and support of the people will help in successful implementation of all Government programmes.