The government has lifted all restrictions imposed on civilian travel on the A9 street enabling citizens to travel freely to and from Jaffna and additional parts of the country.
"Any citizen can now journey on the A9 Road using either private transport or public transport with no restrictions whatsoever," Senior Presidential Advisor, M.P. and Chairman of the Presidential Task Force for Northern Development Basil Rajapaksa said.
Accordingly civilians can travel to and from Vavuniya and Jaffna between 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. With the forthcoming Christmas and New Year holidays people could visit their relations in Jaffna, Rajapaksa said.On a special instruction from President Mahinda Rajapaksa the A9 Road was opened for the community on November 13, enabling the transport of merchandise to and from Jaffna. Initially travel was allowed on a special permits issued by the Ministry of Defence, Law and Order. With improvements in newly liberated areas the Government tranquil the limits imposed on civilians.
On March 02, 2009, almost after 24 years, the Government officially re-opened the A9 Road to convey services of Security armed forces. Even though the 2002 truce provided for unarmed troop transport through the LTTE-dominated areas on the A9 Road, the Government and the safety Forces decided not to use that ability considering the risks involved. though with the complete liberation of the A9 Road and the North, the Sri Lanka Army is now able to securely transport unarmed and transport weapons men as well as material via A9 road passing Medawachchiya.
The A9 Road was for the time being opened following the Ceasefire agreement but the LTTE maintained road barriers and checkpoints and charged high duty from the public who used the road. The road was completely closed in August 2006 due to LTTE attacks.
Courtesy : Sunday Observer
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Sunday, December 20, 2009
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Wrong decisions blocked victory - President
Unveils victory monument:
President visits scene of final battles:
Govt withstood foreign pressure:
Although our heroic war heroes nobly marched forward in the battle front in the history they were unable to release the motherland from violence due to the wrong decisions taken by the politicians who ruled the state then, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa at Puthukuduyiruppu yesterday.
The President was speaking after unveiling a monument to blot the victory over terrorism at Puthukuduyiruppu.
This was the first time a head of State visited Puthukuduyiruppu which was the sight of the decisive and final phase of the humanitarian process which beaten terrorism in this state
The President said when the war heroes were taking on the terrorists in the battle front, the Government ably faced and withstood all overseas and restricted pressures exerted to halt their operations on behalf of the war heroes without allowing them to face it. A significant feature of yesterday's event was the presence of all military commanders who participated in the last operation of the Security Forces in the Vanni battlefield.
The tombstone is erected in the centre of the Puthukuduyiruppu tank. The waters of the tank surrounding it signified the sea
The Nil Manel flowers blooming in the tank depict the Sri Lankan nation. Stone pillars at the foot of the monument signify the Motherland and the lion images in its four corners portray the war heroes.
The national flag in the tombstone depicted the country's freedom and sovereignty and the dove picture depicts the dawn of freedom.
desk to the President Lalith Weerathunge, Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, Chief of Defence Staff and Air Force Commander Air Chief Marshal Roshan Goonethilake, Army Commander Lt. General Jagath Jayasuriya, Navy Commander back Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe, Inspector General of Police Mahinda Balasuriya, Mullaitivu Commander Major General Nandana Udawatte, Vanni Commander Major General Kamal Gooneratne, Commander of the 53 Division Major General Chagi Gallage and several war heroes were present.
Courtesy - Daily news
Related News: Puthukkudiyiruppu victory monument unveiled
President visits scene of final battles:
Govt withstood foreign pressure:
Although our heroic war heroes nobly marched forward in the battle front in the history they were unable to release the motherland from violence due to the wrong decisions taken by the politicians who ruled the state then, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa at Puthukuduyiruppu yesterday.
The President was speaking after unveiling a monument to blot the victory over terrorism at Puthukuduyiruppu.
This was the first time a head of State visited Puthukuduyiruppu which was the sight of the decisive and final phase of the humanitarian process which beaten terrorism in this state
The President said when the war heroes were taking on the terrorists in the battle front, the Government ably faced and withstood all overseas and restricted pressures exerted to halt their operations on behalf of the war heroes without allowing them to face it. A significant feature of yesterday's event was the presence of all military commanders who participated in the last operation of the Security Forces in the Vanni battlefield.
The tombstone is erected in the centre of the Puthukuduyiruppu tank. The waters of the tank surrounding it signified the sea
The Nil Manel flowers blooming in the tank depict the Sri Lankan nation. Stone pillars at the foot of the monument signify the Motherland and the lion images in its four corners portray the war heroes.
The national flag in the tombstone depicted the country's freedom and sovereignty and the dove picture depicts the dawn of freedom.
desk to the President Lalith Weerathunge, Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, Chief of Defence Staff and Air Force Commander Air Chief Marshal Roshan Goonethilake, Army Commander Lt. General Jagath Jayasuriya, Navy Commander back Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe, Inspector General of Police Mahinda Balasuriya, Mullaitivu Commander Major General Nandana Udawatte, Vanni Commander Major General Kamal Gooneratne, Commander of the 53 Division Major General Chagi Gallage and several war heroes were present.
Courtesy - Daily news
Related News: Puthukkudiyiruppu victory monument unveiled
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Welfare of war heroes is our paramount concern - Defence Secretary
Defence Secretary Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa said that the administration has rendered a major payment towards the welfare of war heroes during the last four existence and the government aims to give a house for every war hero.
The Secretary made these comments participating as the chief guest at a purpose of the Ranaviru Seva power yesterday, Dec 08 at BMICH.
Speaking to the participants he said, "When I took over the place of work as the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence in November 2005, I had to face a lot of challenges, and looking following of welfare of war heroes also considered as one of my priorities."
He further said that the welfare programme was implemented since the open of the humanitarian operation and so far 32,000 war heroes have been granted the amenities to build houses. Under the concept of "a house for every war hero" the Defence Ministry has constructed a fully-fledged city for war heroes in Ipalogama, Anuradapura, which consists of 1500 houses and there are 700 houses residual and will be distributed in the middle of the neediest armed workers, he said.
"President Mahinda Rajapaksa as the Commander in leader of armed forces, instructed me to seek for permanent solutions for all the matters of war heroes in its place of going for temporary solutions" he added.
Further the desk Defence went on to explain that happiness and education of children of war heroes is my highest concern and keeping that in brain, we built Defence school in Colombo with all facilities for the advantage of the children of carrying weapons workers and Police. The government expects to build eight additional schools in the same principles in each region, he said.
The Secretary made these comments participating as the chief guest at a purpose of the Ranaviru Seva power yesterday, Dec 08 at BMICH.
Speaking to the participants he said, "When I took over the place of work as the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence in November 2005, I had to face a lot of challenges, and looking following of welfare of war heroes also considered as one of my priorities."
He further said that the welfare programme was implemented since the open of the humanitarian operation and so far 32,000 war heroes have been granted the amenities to build houses. Under the concept of "a house for every war hero" the Defence Ministry has constructed a fully-fledged city for war heroes in Ipalogama, Anuradapura, which consists of 1500 houses and there are 700 houses residual and will be distributed in the middle of the neediest armed workers, he said.
"President Mahinda Rajapaksa as the Commander in leader of armed forces, instructed me to seek for permanent solutions for all the matters of war heroes in its place of going for temporary solutions" he added.
Further the desk Defence went on to explain that happiness and education of children of war heroes is my highest concern and keeping that in brain, we built Defence school in Colombo with all facilities for the advantage of the children of carrying weapons workers and Police. The government expects to build eight additional schools in the same principles in each region, he said.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Last batch of Kokuvil camp IDPs return home
The last batch of inside Displaced Persons, living in a Kokuvil welfare camp in Batticaloa, was yesterday sent back to their villages in Trincomalee.
There were 321 persons from 91 families.
The number populace displaced in Trincomalee and Batticaloa stood at 41,000 and 150,000 in that order. They had been housed in 112 welfare camps. Meanwhile, 2,500 people belonging to 745 families, whose resettlement in their villages in the Trincomalee region had been delayed since of the presence of high safety zones, were provided with temporary protection in the areas of Killiveddi, Pattipidal and Pillankerny.
Courtesy: The Island
There were 321 persons from 91 families.
The number populace displaced in Trincomalee and Batticaloa stood at 41,000 and 150,000 in that order. They had been housed in 112 welfare camps. Meanwhile, 2,500 people belonging to 745 families, whose resettlement in their villages in the Trincomalee region had been delayed since of the presence of high safety zones, were provided with temporary protection in the areas of Killiveddi, Pattipidal and Pillankerny.
Courtesy: The Island
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Sri Lankans in Japan make a donation for war heroes
Sri Lankans living in Nagoya city in Central State, Japan, have made a gift for the war heroes as to show their thanks on security forces personnel contributed their maximum to beat the LTTE terrorist association.
The donation comprising 120 wheel chairs, 25 clutches and 100 portable toilets were officially handed over to Secretary Defence in a charm purpose held at the defence office premises this afternoon, 10 Sep.
Chairperson of the Defence Ministry's Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs Ioma Rajapaksa handed over the wheel chairs and some other donated substance for the war heroes at the similar event.
"We should thank for all Sri Lankans in Nagoya city who contributed their barely earned money for the welfare of the war heroes" one of the envoy participated at the time said, language to defence.lk.
Representing the Sri Lankans in Nagoya, Mrs Chamila Priyanganie, Mrs G.A Wimalawathi, Mr Chandana Hettiarachchi, Mr W.G Premathilake, Mr S. M Jayalath, Mr J.A Siriwardena, Mr P. De S Kalinga, and Mrs Wickramasinha participated at the occasion.
The donation comprising 120 wheel chairs, 25 clutches and 100 portable toilets were officially handed over to Secretary Defence in a charm purpose held at the defence office premises this afternoon, 10 Sep.
Chairperson of the Defence Ministry's Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs Ioma Rajapaksa handed over the wheel chairs and some other donated substance for the war heroes at the similar event.
"We should thank for all Sri Lankans in Nagoya city who contributed their barely earned money for the welfare of the war heroes" one of the envoy participated at the time said, language to defence.lk.
Representing the Sri Lankans in Nagoya, Mrs Chamila Priyanganie, Mrs G.A Wimalawathi, Mr Chandana Hettiarachchi, Mr W.G Premathilake, Mr S. M Jayalath, Mr J.A Siriwardena, Mr P. De S Kalinga, and Mrs Wickramasinha participated at the occasion.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Gajashakthi Security Services donate 1.3 Million to "Api Wenuwen Api" fund
The board of directors and staff of the Gajashakthi Security armed forces (Pvt) Ltd have donated their one day salary for the "Api Wenuwen Api" accommodation finance on 10th August.
Accordingly, sum of 1,337,500.00 rupees donated to the housing fund as to showing their thanks on war heroes made their sacrifices to save the motherland defeating the LTTE, the world's most ruthless terrorist association.
The gift was officially handed over to Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa by Chief decision-making official of Gajashakthi Security Services (Pvt) Ltd Brigadier (Retd) Tissa Thilakerathna in a purpose held at the Defence Ministry structure.
Manager (Operations) of the corporation Major (Retd) Kushan Silva and on behalf of the employees Mr. S.S Wijesuriya also attended the time.
Accordingly, sum of 1,337,500.00 rupees donated to the housing fund as to showing their thanks on war heroes made their sacrifices to save the motherland defeating the LTTE, the world's most ruthless terrorist association.
The gift was officially handed over to Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa by Chief decision-making official of Gajashakthi Security Services (Pvt) Ltd Brigadier (Retd) Tissa Thilakerathna in a purpose held at the Defence Ministry structure.
Manager (Operations) of the corporation Major (Retd) Kushan Silva and on behalf of the employees Mr. S.S Wijesuriya also attended the time.
Police apprehends bomb vehicle - Mannar
An volatile laden van prepared for a suicide task was apprehended by the rule enforcement this dawn, 11 August, along with 20 claymore mines at Mannar.
The claymore mines had by now been fixed to the vehicle (Hiace van) when it was apprehended in universal area Uppukulam, Mannar, sources added.
Three suspects have already been taken into care and handed over to the Colombo Crime separation (CCD) for further interrogations. According to Plice sources, two suspects are residences of Mt'Lavinia while the other is from Mannar.
The claymore mines had by now been fixed to the vehicle (Hiace van) when it was apprehended in universal area Uppukulam, Mannar, sources added.
Three suspects have already been taken into care and handed over to the Colombo Crime separation (CCD) for further interrogations. According to Plice sources, two suspects are residences of Mt'Lavinia while the other is from Mannar.
Special meeting between CDS and Japanese Ambassador
A special gathering was held flanked by Chief of Defence staff General P.S.C Fonseka and HE Punyo Takahashi the Japanese Ambassador today(10) at the leader of Defence staff office.
They had deliberations about the present safety state of relationships in Sri Lanka and Chief of Defence staff worldwide Fonseka described the there safety condition to HE Punyo Takahashi. Afterwards they exchanged a plaque in honour of the occasion
Courtesy : MCNS
They had deliberations about the present safety state of relationships in Sri Lanka and Chief of Defence staff worldwide Fonseka described the there safety condition to HE Punyo Takahashi. Afterwards they exchanged a plaque in honour of the occasion
Courtesy : MCNS
Security forces continue clearing operations - Mullaittivu
Security forces continuing with clearing operations at Mullaittivu have exposed more military hardware concealed by LTTE terrorists. According to finalized military information, Task Force -8(TF-8), troops have exposed a large tow LTTE arms East of Puthukudiyirippu, yesterday Aug 9).
Items Description Quantity
T- 97 Mgazines 20
Electrical detonators 350
9 MM pistol rounds 1000
0.45 ACP pistol rounds 550
Suicide jackets 02
0.22 weapon 01
T- 56 assault riffles 06
C-90 weapon 01
Thermoberic empty case 01
T-81 assault riffle 01
Thermoberic weapon 01
Arul Bombs 10
Claymore mines 02
Range finders 13
I-com base stations 02
Yaesu HF base station 01
Meanwhile, next list of items were also uncovered by the troops in a similar payment process conducted West of Puthukkudiyirippu.
Items Description Quantity
T- 56 assault riffles with magazines 02
81 MM mortar trappings 04
RPG rounds 04
Hand grenade 01
82mm mortar rounds 02
12.7mm mortar rounds 48
Also, troops uncovered 47 anti-personnel (AP) mines in universal region Sugandhipuram. Meanwhile, following list military hardware were establish in general area Kappulankulama.
Items Description Quantity
T-56 assault riffles 03
Gas Tubes 25
MPMG link 80
Items Description Quantity
T- 97 Mgazines 20
Electrical detonators 350
9 MM pistol rounds 1000
0.45 ACP pistol rounds 550
Suicide jackets 02
0.22 weapon 01
T- 56 assault riffles 06
C-90 weapon 01
Thermoberic empty case 01
T-81 assault riffle 01
Thermoberic weapon 01
Arul Bombs 10
Claymore mines 02
Range finders 13
I-com base stations 02
Yaesu HF base station 01
Meanwhile, next list of items were also uncovered by the troops in a similar payment process conducted West of Puthukkudiyirippu.
Items Description Quantity
T- 56 assault riffles with magazines 02
81 MM mortar trappings 04
RPG rounds 04
Hand grenade 01
82mm mortar rounds 02
12.7mm mortar rounds 48
Also, troops uncovered 47 anti-personnel (AP) mines in universal region Sugandhipuram. Meanwhile, following list military hardware were establish in general area Kappulankulama.
Items Description Quantity
T-56 assault riffles 03
Gas Tubes 25
MPMG link 80
LTTE network shattered forever - Defence Secretary
"The arrest of LTTE mastermind Kumaran Pathmanathan alias KP has let down completely the potential of LTTE raising its ugly head again" Defence Secretary Mr. Rajapaksa was quoted as saying throughout an interview with the Sunday Observer commenting on the arrest of the LTTE arms dealer.
According to Secretary Defence, the arrest was a result of hard work done for almost two months with the help of several countries. With his arrest any option of the now defunct terror group regrouping again has been thwarted, Mr. Rajapaksa was quoted as saying. According to Secretary Defence every feature was carefully monitored to take this 'prize catch'.
"Pathmanathan was busy reestablishing the LTTE. He even went to the degree of forming a `transnational' government. However, the timely and the punctual act made the take into custody of KP imminent devastating all his prospect plans," Mr Rajapaksa said.
Commenting further on the take into care he said "Several countries rendered their support in arresting K. P. Therefore, the hold up of those countries was commendable. The perfect international relations members established by President Mahinda Rajapaksa played an significant role in apprehending the LTTE `strong man".
"It is vital at this point in time to protect the details and other information between to countries and the officials who had played their fraction in nabbing Pathmanathan," Mr. Rajapaksa was further quoted as saying said.
The Defence Secretary said, that the LTTE was cautious one of the deadliest and elusive terrorist clothes in the world and now it has been well-established out not only in Sri Lanka but even globally following the arrest of K.P.
"The outside armed forces which helped the LTTE next to the sovereignty of Sri Lanka will now learn a bitter lesson with the arrest of Pathmanathan," the Defence Secretary said.
According to Secretary Defence, the arrest was a result of hard work done for almost two months with the help of several countries. With his arrest any option of the now defunct terror group regrouping again has been thwarted, Mr. Rajapaksa was quoted as saying. According to Secretary Defence every feature was carefully monitored to take this 'prize catch'.
"Pathmanathan was busy reestablishing the LTTE. He even went to the degree of forming a `transnational' government. However, the timely and the punctual act made the take into custody of KP imminent devastating all his prospect plans," Mr Rajapaksa said.
Commenting further on the take into care he said "Several countries rendered their support in arresting K. P. Therefore, the hold up of those countries was commendable. The perfect international relations members established by President Mahinda Rajapaksa played an significant role in apprehending the LTTE `strong man".
"It is vital at this point in time to protect the details and other information between to countries and the officials who had played their fraction in nabbing Pathmanathan," Mr. Rajapaksa was further quoted as saying said.
The Defence Secretary said, that the LTTE was cautious one of the deadliest and elusive terrorist clothes in the world and now it has been well-established out not only in Sri Lanka but even globally following the arrest of K.P.
"The outside armed forces which helped the LTTE next to the sovereignty of Sri Lanka will now learn a bitter lesson with the arrest of Pathmanathan," the Defence Secretary said.
Both Army & Navy Chiefs meet Mullaittivu Military Chiefs
Army Commander Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya and Navy commander Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe together flew to Mullaittivu area Saturday (08) morning, in order to plan out new security measures and inquire into the needs of newly establish Security Forces Headquarters (SFHQ) Mullaittivu. This is their first visit to Mullaittivu after they assumed duties in their own commanding capacities. They were conventional on arrival by the Commander safety Forces Headquarters (SFHQ) Mullaittivu Major General Nandana Udawaththa.
Commander of the Army was accorded a Guard create and Guard of Honour at the entrance to SFHQ(M). Lieutenant General Jayasuriya later on spoke to all officers at SFHQ (M) hall. The visiting Commander also planted a Mango sprout in the premises to signify his primary visit after the Humanitarian Operations.
Afterwards, Army Chief visited 59 Division where he addressed the officers and armed of the division and declared open the new Welfare shop.
By that time Navy Commander after conclusion of his commitments go back to the SFHQ (M). Major General Nandana Udawaththa Commander SFHQ (M) obtainable mementoes to both of them as token of their kindness visit to the area. The two visiting commanders left their signatures on the VIP book at the SFHQ (M) before living Mullaittivu.
The Commander of the Navy inspecting the Guard of Honour Commander of the Navy reviewing the operational readiness of the Eastern seas with the Operational Staff
Commander of the Navy after inspecting 'FARA lll' Commander of the Navy being presented with a memento
Courtesy : Sri Lanka Army
Commander of the Army was accorded a Guard create and Guard of Honour at the entrance to SFHQ(M). Lieutenant General Jayasuriya later on spoke to all officers at SFHQ (M) hall. The visiting Commander also planted a Mango sprout in the premises to signify his primary visit after the Humanitarian Operations.
Afterwards, Army Chief visited 59 Division where he addressed the officers and armed of the division and declared open the new Welfare shop.
By that time Navy Commander after conclusion of his commitments go back to the SFHQ (M). Major General Nandana Udawaththa Commander SFHQ (M) obtainable mementoes to both of them as token of their kindness visit to the area. The two visiting commanders left their signatures on the VIP book at the SFHQ (M) before living Mullaittivu.
The Commander of the Navy inspecting the Guard of Honour Commander of the Navy reviewing the operational readiness of the Eastern seas with the Operational Staff
Commander of the Navy after inspecting 'FARA lll' Commander of the Navy being presented with a memento
Courtesy : Sri Lanka Army
Special security for Madhu Feast
The police has implemented a special security plan to ensure a peaceful Madhu banquet this year and cater to the safety of vast crowds expected during the festival season, DIG (North) Nimal Leuke told a press meeting held in Vavuniya yesterday (August 7).
He said devotees coming on pilgrimage to Madhu from the South and other parts of the country can proceed to Madhu through Medawachchiya without a hassle. Pilgrims be supposed to register themselves at the entrance to the shrine by filling a form available at all Churches, Police stations and SSPs offices throughout the country. Pilgrims visiting Madhu between August 6 and 11 have to return the same day through Medawachchiya.
Those coming from August 12 to 16 will be allowed to wait over at the sacred region.
Pilgrims coming from August 6 to 11 could pass through Medawachchiya between 6 am and 12 noon daily, as those coming on August 12 and 13 can pass from side to side Medawachchiya from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Those on the return trip from August 6 to 13 should pass through Medawachchiya check point before 10 p.m. daily while those recurring on August 14 should pass through similar before 12 midnight. On August 15 and 16 those returning should pass through Medawachchiya before 10 p.m. and on August 17 they should do so before 2 p.m. The public will not be allowed to stay back in the sacred region after August 17.
Liquor and animal protein would not be allowable in the sacred area, said Rev. Fr. David Alexander Silva, Media Co-ordinator of the Madhu shrine. Drinking water, physical state and all other facilities will be provided to pilgrims without limit. Pilgrims will be allowable to park small vehicles shut to their camping tents. There will be a particular commons for vans.
Courtesy - Daily News
He said devotees coming on pilgrimage to Madhu from the South and other parts of the country can proceed to Madhu through Medawachchiya without a hassle. Pilgrims be supposed to register themselves at the entrance to the shrine by filling a form available at all Churches, Police stations and SSPs offices throughout the country. Pilgrims visiting Madhu between August 6 and 11 have to return the same day through Medawachchiya.
Those coming from August 12 to 16 will be allowed to wait over at the sacred region.
Pilgrims coming from August 6 to 11 could pass through Medawachchiya between 6 am and 12 noon daily, as those coming on August 12 and 13 can pass from side to side Medawachchiya from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Those on the return trip from August 6 to 13 should pass through Medawachchiya check point before 10 p.m. daily while those recurring on August 14 should pass through similar before 12 midnight. On August 15 and 16 those returning should pass through Medawachchiya before 10 p.m. and on August 17 they should do so before 2 p.m. The public will not be allowed to stay back in the sacred region after August 17.
Liquor and animal protein would not be allowable in the sacred area, said Rev. Fr. David Alexander Silva, Media Co-ordinator of the Madhu shrine. Drinking water, physical state and all other facilities will be provided to pilgrims without limit. Pilgrims will be allowable to park small vehicles shut to their camping tents. There will be a particular commons for vans.
Courtesy - Daily News
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