29th August 2025 10:06:14 Hours
Ministry of Urban Development, Construction and Housing organizes the launch of the revised Sri Lanka Mine Action Completion Strategy (2025-2027) of the National mine action programme on 28th August 2025 at BMICH. Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing, Hon Mr. Anura Karunathilaka hosts the programme and apart from the invitees all over the world Chief Field Engineer of Sri Lanka Army and the Commander Field Engineer Brigade participate for this special event.
Apart from the Exhibition conducted by NGOs, a Mine Detection Dogs (MDDs) demonstration was organized by Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers K9 Unit along with an informative briefing, highly trained MDDs showcased their critical role in ensuring safety during demining operations. The Demonstration emphasizes the effectiveness, precision, and discipline of these specialized dogs in detecting landmines and unexploded ordnance. Upon detecting the scent of explosives, the dogs showing their handlers without making physical contact with the devices showcasing their training in safely identifying hidden threats was highlighted.
Towards the conclusion of the event, there was a session where attendees could witness dogs and learn more about the training process. The programme was concluded with the lunch and interactive session with the demining officials all over the world who were taken part in this interesting programme.
