The Board of Management (BOM) meeting at the Ranaviru Apparel (RVAPL) got underway on 22 September 2023, chaired by Major General C D Ranasinghe RWP RSP, Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS) of the Army.
The Commandant of RVAPL, Brigadier M G A N B Mahathuwakkara RWP RSP ndc cordially welcomed the Chairman and all members of the BOM. Subsequently, the Commandant of RVAPL delivered a comprehensive briefing about the RVAPL.
Adjutant General, Major General S R B Aluvihare RWP RSP ndu psc, Quarter Master General, Major General G R R P Jayawardena RWP RSP ndu, Director General Infantry, Major General K P S A Fernando RWP RSP ndu, Director Rehabilitation Brig S C Ekanayake participated in the BOM discussion.
Board members afterwards discussed general administrative and logistic matters, related to production improvements of the RVAPL.
After the BOM meeting, the Deputy Chief of Staff, together with Board members visited the RVAPL Yakkala Factory and camp premises to witness its progress.
After that the Deputy Chief of Staff accompanied by members of BOM visited the RVAPL Yakkala Camp premises and inspected all production sections of the Factory. Furthermore, he gave necessary instructions to increase productivity and highly appreciated the effort of Factory staff for their contribution to strengthening the effectiveness and readiness of the Army.
According to the itinerary, the Board of Management meeting was held to discuss the various matters. And also collaborative decisions were made to shape the future plans including IT upgrade for both Yakkala and Alawwa factories, Capacity improvement, Introduction of new product, Green Energy project, Infrastucture facility development, Fitness facility enhancement, Constructions, Skill development of RVAPL.
The day’s proceedings culminated with an interaction session with all officers at the Officers mess. Finally, the RVAPL Commandant in addition presented an appreciative memento to the BOM Members. And Chairmen of the BOM expressed his appreciation to all Officers and ORs of RVAPL.