28.6.2008

Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka, accompanied by a few Senior Officers of the Army Headquarters, flew to Yala Saturday (28) morning in a bid to review the security situation in the area.

Commander Area Headquarters Hambantota Colonel Devinda Perera received the Army Commander on his arrival at the airstrip.

Arrangements made to ensure security in the area and adjoining villages were discussed at length during the meeting held at Area Headquarters auditorium.

Senior Officers of the Army and the Police responsible for the security in respective areas attended the meeting.

Lt. Gen. Sarath Fonseka gave further instructions on future security arrangements.