Colombo:The ‘Brave Hearts’ art and craft exhibition and musical concert, aimed at recognizing the contributions and talents of war heroes, took place on October 14 at the Grand Maitland Banquet Hall. Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), the Deputy Minister of Defence, attended the event as the Chief Guest.

According to Ministry of Defence – Sri Lanka, the programme was designed to provide a platform for rehabilitating war heroes, who have sustained injuries while defending the nation, to display their artistic skills. This initiative stemmed from a request by war heroes at rehabilitation centers to the Army Commander.

The exhibition showcased an array of paintings and handicrafts made by residents of Mihindu Seth Medura and Abimansala rehabilitation centers. These works highlighted the artistic talents and creative expressions of the war heroes, aiming to motivate them to further enhance their skills.

Accompanying the exhibition, a musical concert featured performances by war heroes from the Abimansala centers, including songs, music, and dance. This event offered them an opportunity to present their talents, boosting their confidence and social connections. The programme underscored the role of creative activities in promoting psychological well-being and the overall welfare of rehabilitating war heroes.

The event was also attended by the Commander of the Army, the Commander of the Navy, the Presidents of the Army and Navy Seva Vanitha Units, the Inspector General of Police, the Chairman of the Ranaviru Seva Authority, senior military officers, families of war heroes, and numerous distinguished guests.