The Philippine Army’s 91st Infantry “Sinagtala” Battalion (91IB) has received a big boost in its implementation of the law on coastal and marine protection in this province.

This, after the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) donated on Tuesday a motorized boat worth PHP500,000 to the 91IB that can be used in its operations concerning the protection of the province’s natural resources as well as in rescue and relief efforts.

The deed of donation was signed by Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) head Alfredo Collado, 91IB commanding officer Lt. Col. Reandrew Rubio, and 91IB logistic officer 1st Lt. Jonemar Suarez.

Rubio said there is cooperation in the development support and disaster relief efforts with the DENR, Philippine Coast Guard, and other concerned agencies.

He said the 91IB will continue its mandated duty to help in the enforcement of the law for peace and order, rescue and relief efforts, and the protection and conservation of the province’s natural resources.

Rubio thanked the DENR for the motorized boat, which, he said, is essential in their operations to secure and protect the province, especially in times of disasters and emergencies.

He assured that the 91IB will remain committed in maintaining peace and development in the province.

“This is our commitment for the people of Aurora, we assure that the Philippine Army is one with you against illegal logging and in the implementation of any environmental activities,” he said during the signing event. (PNA)