SF-SVB Organized an Artificial Limbs and Spectacles Donation Programme

Under the direction of Major General J.P.C Peiris RWP RSP ndc, Commander, Security Forces (Wanni) and Colonel of the Special Forces Regiment and guidance of Mrs. Anoja Peiris, the Chairperson of Special Forces Seva Vanitha Branch (SF –SVB), in collaboration with Mr. Supem de Silva, the former Secretary of the Colombo Friend in Need Society, organized an artificial limbs and spectacles donation programme for civilians of Yatawaththa at Madawala Ulpotha Chandra bimbaramaya temple premises on 21, 22, 23 and 24 November 2024.

The event benefited 256 visually impaired patients who underwent eye check-ups and 220 reading glasses were provided in the first stage of the programme. Additionally, 45 patients were referred for surgeries. Moreover, 21 disabled people were provided with artificial limbs after meticulously scrutinizing their health condition. SF –SVB provided refreshments to the beneficiaries screened at the medical camp.

Members of SF-SVB, Officers, Other Ranks and civilians participated in the event.