Civilians rescued from the control of the LTTE being offered food and water
On 4th January 2009 Oddusudan Town was captured following a fierce battle with the terrorists. Later, a fertilizer stores and number of underground bunkers were discovered by the troops. On 26th January 2009Pudukudiruppuwas captured.
On 20th February 2009 Major RWK Hewage took over duties the Commanding Officer.
On 23rd February 2009, Pudukudiripputroops recovered an 81mm mortar and a large quantity of munitions. They also found and destroyed a land mine production facility of the LTTE.
Munitions captured from the LTTE
On completion of the 'Humanitarian Operation' the Battalion was deployed at Pudukudirippu, Mullaitivuand placed under command to the 64 Division and from there the Battalion was involved in work related to the resettlement programme as well as various other development projects launched by the government.
On 25th January 2012, Major APS De Vaas Gunawardana took over command of the Battalion.
On 1st November 2012, a house constructed by the Battalion was handed over to a needy family in the area.
Construction of a new house for a needy family in Pudukudirippu
The troops of the Battalion are presently engaged in assisting the Government Agencies in carrying out projects aimed at developing the Pudukudirippu andMankandal areas. The Battalion is also involved in organizing and implementing events aimed at winning the hearts and minds of the civilians.
