06th July 2018 13:15:12 Hours
Troops of the 23 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (SLSR) under the 24 Division in cooperation with the District Secretariat in Ampara, facilitated the devotees attending the foot pilgrimage, ‘Paada Yathra’ proceeding to attend Kataragama Esala festival.
The entrance to Yala National Park in the east of Okanda remains open for devotees entering the sanctuary. Major General Mahinda Mudalige, General Officer Commanding, 24 Division, together with Mr Nuwan J Wedasinghe, DIG for Ampara formally marked the opening of the entrance.
Over one thousand pilgrims entered through the gate on the first day. Some of the disabled and old devotees were facilitated by the members of Army.
Troops of the 23 SLSR in liaison with Water Supply Board Lahugala extended their fullest support by providing drinking water. The gate will remain open till 22 July 2018 for devotees participating in Esala festivities.
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