More houses for soldiers

Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa last Sunday inspected the construction of the Ippalogama Housing Scheme which is dedicated for the soldiers who showed exceptional performance in their fight to protect the territorial integrity and soverignity of the Motherland.

The construction of the housing units is nearing completion and the Sri Lanka Navy is currently supervising the construction. This housing scheme funded by the Api Venuwen Api Fund which was set up for the welfare of soldiers who have dedicated their lives to free the country from the scourge of terrorism which has plagued the country’s progress for decades.

The Defence Secretary urged those in charge of the construction to rapidly finish the project. He also visited the pre-school which has already been completed at the Ipalogama Housing Scheme.

Defence Secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa thanked the Sri Lanka Naval engineers who are taking tireless effort to complete the construction of the housing scheme soon. Ioma Rajapaksa, Defence Ministry Additional Secretary Willy Gamage and senior officers of the Armed Forces also participated. (courtesy www.defence.lk)