29th August 2023 15:45:50 Hours
Conceiving intention of winning the heart and mind of civil society for the Sri Lanka Army, 144 Infantry Brigade initiated a community project with the assistance of the troops of 2 (V) Sri Lanka Light Infantry for distribution of dry ration packs among 35 selected low income families in Kotikawaththa area on 26 August 2023.
The president of Kotikawaththa Lions club Mr.Nihal Dharmadiri, his spouse and other members of Kotikawaththa Lions club were the generous donors who contributed for this noble task.
The event was coordinated by the Commander 144 Infantry Brigade Brigadier K.M.V. Kodituwakku with close supervision of the Commanding Officer of 2(V) Sri Lanka Light Infantry. The Commander Security Forces (West) Major General U. D. Wijesekara RWP RSP USP rcds psc and the Commander 14 Infantry Division Brigadier K. A. W. N. H. Bandaranayaka USP were directing throughout the event.
Besides, the donors, Civil Affairs Officer of 144 Infantry Brigade, the Commanding Officer of 2 (V) Sri Lanka Light Infantry, Other Officers, the Samurdhi chairperson of Mulleriyawa division and other ranks were present at the occasion.
