Marawi troops receive sacks of rice from ARMM, letters of support from Boy Scouts

The Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, headed by Honorable Regional Governor Mujiv S. Hataman, donated sacks of rice to the soldiers of the Joint Task Force Marawi on Saturday (September 9).

The 100 sacks of rice were delivered in Camp Ranao, Marawi City via a dump truck and was received by soldiers of the Joint Task Group Ayuda, the unit in charge of logistical goods and supplies, at 11am morning on Saturday.

The rice bags were further brought to the different units inside the main battle area yesterday morning.

"We are very thankful for the continuing support we are receiving from the benevolent heart of the ARMM," said Lieutenant General Rolando Joselito Bautista, commander of the Joint Task Force Marawi.

"Rest assured that our troops will be more motivated to do their duties with all this kindness we are receiving from our fellow government organization."

Meanwhile, letters of support and chocolates sent by the Boy Scouts of the Philippines Zamboanga Chapter were received by our troops in the main battle area.

The goodies and art works brought renewed vigor and added motivation to the troops as the fighting enters its 110th day.

"It is so heartwarming to know that these young boys are well aware of the sacrifices our soldiers are doing here in Marawi," said Lieutenant General Carlito G. Galvez, Jr., commander of the Western Mindanao Command.

"The ARMM and the Boy Scouts of the Philippines are only some of the many organizations which have sent their love and support to our troops."

"We are very pleased for their generosity and kindness," added Lieutenant General Galvez.