THE GEMUNU WATCH SEVA VANITHA BRANCH HONOURS THE FAMILIES OF FALLEN WAR HEROES

The Gemunu Watch Seva Vanitha Branch and The Regimental Centre held a remembrance service for fallen war heroes on March 23, 2024, at the Wellawaya War Heroes Memorial. The celebration included a particular respect to their parents, spouses and children. Families of deceased Gemunu Watch War Heroes from Ampara, Monaragala, and Badulla districts attended the occasion. The ceremony began with a moment of silence in honour of the departed warriors.

Floral wreaths were laid at the monument by the Colonel of the Regiment of Gemunu Watch, the president of the Seva Vanitha branch of Gemunu Watch, and the families of the fallen heroes. The ceremony was attended by the Colonel of the Regiment, Major General Vajira Welagedara RSP VSV USP ndu, and the President of the Seva Vanitha branch, Mrs. Manori Welagedara. Other attendees included the Centre Commandant, Brigadier HCL Galappathti RSP USP, senior officers of the Gemunu Watch, and Seva Vanitha branch members.

A documentary video in tribute of lost military heroes was shown to participants at the Royal Green Paradise Hotel in Wellawaya. The president of the Seva Vanitha branch distributed mementos to participants. Soon after the main event, lunch was served to the invitees, during which the problems and administrative issues confronting those families were discussed. The parents, wives, and children of slain combat heroes expressed thanks for the event and hope for future gatherings.