In the sacred and joyful atmosphere, the Border Guard force of Can Tho city has had many practical activities, not only providing material support but also sharing in spirit, further strengthening the strong military-civilian relationship at the border.

Sene Dolta is one of the three biggest and most important festivals of the Khmer people in the South, along with Chol Chnam Thmay (Traditional New Year) and Ok Om Bok (Moon worshipping festival). This is an occasion for descendants to remember their ancestors and deceased grandparents, and at the same time express their filial piety and community solidarity.

In Khmer villages in Can Tho city, the festive atmosphere is evident in every house and pagoda, with traditional rituals held solemnly and colorfully. The flags, lanterns, flower garlands, and trays of food offered to ancestors are vivid evidence of the sustainability of Khmer culture over many generations.

In order to contribute to taking care of the material and spiritual life of Khmer people on the occasion of the holiday, the Border Guard force of Can Tho city organized many meaningful activities across the communes and wards in the coastal border areas such as Tran Phu, Thanh Hoa, Vinh Hai, Thanh Thang...

Hundreds of gifts including banh tet, rice, necessities and cash were handed to people in difficult circumstances. In particular, the "Zero-VND Market" held right at Vinh Hai Border Guard Station attracted a large number of people to receive gifts and interact with officers and soldiers.

The delegation of Can Tho City Border Guard officers and local authorities presented gifts to Ms. Thach Thi Quyet, a lonely elderly person in Vinh Hai commune.

In addition, the Border Guard medical force also organized medical examinations, health consultations and distributed free medicine to hundreds of people. This activity was highly appreciated by the people for its dedication, closeness and meeting the actual needs of the people at the present time.

“I am over 70 years old, living alone, sometimes when I am sick I have to endure. Today, the border guards came to visit me, gave me gifts, measured my blood pressure, and gave me medicine. I feel very cared for and loved,” Ms. Thach Thi Quyet, a resident of Vinh Hai commune, emotionally shared.

The meaningful highlight in the series of activities was the collective banh tet wrapping program between officers, soldiers and Khmer people. The traditional cakes wrapped by the hands of soldiers, with the guidance of mothers and aunts in the hamlet, not only brought the flavor of the holiday but also contained the sentimental attachment.

Colonel Huynh Thanh Hung, Political Commissar of the Can Tho City Border Guard Command, and other benefactors presented gifts to poor households at the "Zero Dong Market".

Cultural, artistic and sports exchange activities were also held alternately, creating a united and joyful atmosphere between the army and the people. Football matches, Khmer dance performances, and the singing of young soldiers echoing in the temple or communal house yard were vivid evidence of the harmony between traditional culture and the spirit of serving the people of the border guards.

Can Tho City Border Guards and Khmer people wrap banh tet on the occasion of Sene Dolta festival, showing warm and close affection.

Colonel Huynh Thanh Hung, Political Commissar of the Border Guard Command of Can Tho City, said: “On every traditional holiday of the Khmer people, we develop a plan to coordinate with local authorities and pagodas to organize practical activities with a high sense of community. This is not only an opportunity to provide material support, but more importantly, to demonstrate the spirit of accompanying the people, respecting and preserving cultural identity, and at the same time closely connecting the armed forces and the people.”

Through these meaningful activities, the Border Guard force also plays a good role in mobilizing religious dignitaries and prestigious people to actively participate in maintaining security and order, fighting against crimes and building a solid people's border defense posture. Monks, village elders, hamlet chiefs... now become important "bridges" between the government and the people, contributing to building a peaceful , stable and developed border.

News and photos: LE ANH

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