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Defence Ministry shifted to Defense HQ at Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte
The Defence Ministry shifted to the newly constructed Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte commenced its office work auspiciously today, the Ministry said.
At the event organized to coincide the 12th anniversary of the Victory Day over terrorism, Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) declared open the new building complex amidst the blessings of the Ven. Maha Sanga.
To symbolize the new beginning, the signing of official correspondence was held in his office auspiciously during the session.
Meanwhile, Gen. Gunaratne handed over the document to proceed with the recently announced Cabinet approval for the lifetime salary and allowances payment for war hero dependents, to the Tri-Forces Commanders and the Inspector General of Police (IGP).
Opening a new avenue for the children of retired service personnel, approval was also granted to enroll their children to the Defence Services College, Colombo during the session. “It is a tribute to our war veterans on this memorable day” the Defence Secretary said.
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