Kegalle:A ‘Public Day’ programme was successfully conducted under the leadership of the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), on 11 October at the Paradise Reception Hall in Uthuwankanda.

According to Ministry of Defence – Sri Lanka, the event attracted a large number of participants, including veterans, family members of deceased and disabled veterans, and the general public from areas such as Mawanella, Uthuwankanda, Kegalle, Aranayake, Galigamuwa, and Rambukkana. The programme offered attendees the opportunity to present their concerns and issues directly to the Deputy Minister.

Major General Jayasekara focused on the issues and requests raised by the attendees, instructing relevant officials to address the matters promptly and provide suitable solutions. Representatives from the Deputy Minister’s staff and other officials were also in attendance to assist with the proceedings.