Muslim Council distributes food parcels

The Muslim Council of Sri Lanka, in cooperation with the mosques in Vavuniya began preparation and distribution of food parcels to the Wanni IDPs since Tuesday. The food is cooked in Vavuniya and 2,500 parcels were distributed of which 1,500 came as contributions from the residents of Vavuniya. The number of parcels would be increased today depending on the availability of provisions. A field office of the MCSL has been established at the Pattanichipuliyan Kulam Jummah Mosque to coordinate our relief activities in the Wanni.

The MCSL plans to prepare and distribute 10,000 meals per day which would cost approximately. Rs. 700,000. All Sri Lankans are encouraged to make their contributions as there is an urgent need to feed thousands of IDPs.

In addition to contributions from local Muslims, the Muslim diaspora has also come forward to support this cause and many mosques in London are expected to collect funds. Contributions could be sent by account payee cheque drawn in favour of The Muslim Council of Sri Lanka Relief Account and sent to MCSL at # 5, Manthri Road, Colombo or deposited to MCSL A/C # 004021007734 with the Muslim Commercial Bank.

For information please contact on 0777766833 or 0772612288.