To be an effective instrument to the Government Endeavour to cultivate national harmony in Jaffna Peninsula through uplifting the physical quality of life and spiritual value of the people.
20th May 2024 18:44:28 Hours
553 Infantry Brigade, in collaboration with District General Hospital Killinochchi, organized a blood donation campaign under the guidance of Major General RKNC Jayawardene RSP ndc, the General Officer Commanding the 55 Infantry Division, at District Hospital Tharmapuram on 18 May 2024 in line with the Vesak festival.
This campaign was aimed at addressing the urgent blood needs of Killinochchi District General Hospital Blood Bank. According to the instruction of Colonel WAIS Mendis RSP USP, Commander 553 Infantry Brigade the 50 troops from Brigade Headquarters, 6 SLSR and 14 SLNG were participated for donate their blood for replenish the much-needed blood requirement in the area.
The campaign was meticulously organized to ensure a smooth and efficient process, demonstrating the Division and Brigade’s commitment to social responsibility and public service beyond their military duties.