Sri Lankan President announces special govt program for welfare of retired war veterans
23-May-2024The President emphasized the government’s commitment to the welfare of retired war heroes, announcing that those residing in war hero villages will be granted free land rights under the ‘Urumaya’ National Program.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced the implementation of a new program aimed at improving the living conditions of retired security forces members, the President’s Media Division reported.
The President highlighted that, in the absence of a dedicated program, some veterans have faced difficult situations. Consequently, the President has directed the State Minister of Defence, the Ministry of Defence, and the Ranaviru Seva Authority to give special attention to this matter.
The President made this statement on May 22, during the inauguration of the headquarters complex of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association, also known as the ‘Home of Veterans,’ located at Defence Ministry Avenue in Akuregoda, Battaramulla.
The President emphasized the government’s commitment to the welfare of retired war heroes, announcing that those residing in war hero villages will be granted free land rights under the ‘Urumaya’ National Program.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe also revealed plans to introduce Special Provisions for the Defence Act, legalize the National Defence Council, and establish the Armed Forces Committee.
He announced the establishment of the Sri Lanka Institute of Strategic Studies, which will offer opportunities for active service members, retirees, and civilians to study war tactics.
During the inauguration of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association headquarters complex, President Ranil Wickremesinghe unveiled the commemorative plaque and conducted an observation tour of the facility.
