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He needs help

K.P.D.H.G. Kodagoda of Hela Halpe, Bandarawela is suffering from an acute heart ailment. Dr. Aruna Kapuruge, Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Sri Jayewardenepura Hospital has recommended an urgent heart surgery to save his life. The surgery is estimated to cost Rs. 415,000, which is payable on admission.

Kodagoda says being a lorry driver by profession he is unable to foot this bill due to his meagre income. He requests philanthropists and the general public to assist his cause by sending whatever financial contributions possible to help expedite the surgery.

All contributions should be remitted to Account Number 10354621 at the Bank of Ceylon, Bandarawela branch.