51 Infantry Division Advances Community Stabilisation Efforts Amid Adverse Weather Conditions

Troops of the 51 Infantry Division under Security Force Headquarters Jaffna continued Division led community assistance and civil military cooperation operations across the Jaffna Peninsula on 17 December 2025, marking the thirteenth consecutive day of sustained humanitarian engagement despite prevailing adverse weather conditions, in support of communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. Operating under challenging weather conditions, all under command brigades remained fully committed to restoring essential services, rehabilitating public institutions, and supporting the daily living requirements of affected civilian populations within the Division area of responsibility.

Under the 511 Infantry Brigade, amid persistent adverse weather, troops of the 15 Battalion Sri Lanka National Guard conducted a comprehensive cleaning programme at the flood affected Chunnakam Nageshwari School in Chunnakam West, deploying dedicated manpower to restore safe and hygienic conditions for students and teaching staff. Concurrently, troops of the 9 (V) Sri Lanka Light Infantry operating under difficult weather conditions facilitated uninterrupted access to clean drinking water for affected households in Antonypuram, Palali North, employing a battalion water bowser and assigned personnel to distribute essential water supplies in support of civilian wellbeing.

Under the 512 Infantry Brigade, despite ongoing adverse weather, troops of the 14 Battalion, the Gajaba Regiment executed a targeted cleaning and restoration programme at Katheeja Maha Vidyalayam in New Moor Street, deploying a dedicated team to clear debris and rehabilitate school premises, thereby enabling the early resumption of educational activities and reinforcing community confidence during the recovery phase.

Under the 513 Infantry Brigade, while adverse weather conditions persisted, troops of the 11 Sri Lanka Light Infantry extended essential assistance to flood affected communities in the Karainagar area by conducting road clearing operations, including the removal of uprooted trees and obstructions, to restore accessibility and ensure public safety within the brigade area of responsibility. Simultaneously, troops of the 10 Sri Lanka Artillery operating in challenging weather conditions supported coastal community recovery efforts by assisting local residents in the cleaning and restoration of Wasanthakulam beach, contributing to environmental rehabilitation and public wellbeing.

As community assistance operations progressed into their thirteenth consecutive day, troops of the 51 Infantry Division once again demonstrated steadfast commitment, professionalism, and operational resilience while operating amid prevailing adverse weather conditions in service of the people of the Jaffna Peninsula. The Division remains resolutely focused on restoring essential services, safeguarding public wellbeing, and contributing decisively to sustained community recovery efforts in the aftermath of recent adverse weather conditions.