<span style="color: #222222;">In Jamun and Kashmir, Indian Army, as part of Mission Reach Out, interacted with locals of border Villages Kachrial & Sham Wan in Akhnoor Tehsil of Jammu District. <br />''<br />''The interaction was aimed at spreading awareness amongst the local population about the role of Army in nation building and welfare activities being undertaken by the Army and State/Central Government in the region. After the interaction, books were distributed to children to inculcate habit of reading in the young students.<br />''<br />'' The villagers discussed and shared their valuable views on promoting social and communal harmony and held a pledge to uphold the current peaceful and tranquil environment in Akhnoor and adjoining areas.  They appreciated the efforts of Army's Mission Reach Out in bridging the hearts of people from different communities.</span><br />'' <br />''  <br />