06th December 2025 11:59:26 Hours
The Geological Survey and Mines Bureau and Batticaloa District Mining Licensees Association generously donated 300 dry ration bags valued at approximately Rs. 1.5 million to the 243 Infantry Brigade for distribution among families in Seruwawila and Varugal areas who were affected by the recent flooding. This initiative aimed to provide essential relief to vulnerable communities and support their recovery during this challenging period. The programme was conducted under the special direction of the General Officer Commanding 24 Infantry Division Maj Gen KW Jayaweera USP psc and the support of the Commander 243 Infantry Brigade Brigadier KMUP Kalupahana USP psc.
The event took place at 0900 hrs on 05 December 2025 with the participation of Brigadier KMUP Kalupahana USP psc Commander 243 Infantry Brigade along with a team of 3 × 05 troops from the 243 Infantry Brigade.
The contribution from the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau and Batticaloa District Mining Licensees Association, together with the dedicated support of the 243 Infantry Brigade, played a vital role in addressing the urgent needs of flood-affected communities in Seruwawila, strengthening civil–military cooperation and delivering timely humanitarian assistance.
