Troops Support Dengue Eradication in Vulnerable Areas

On the directions of the Ministry of Defence and Army Headquarters a Dengue eradication programme was launched with the cooperation of the National Dengue Eradication Unit in vulnerable areas in the Western Province during July 29 - August 01. 

The eradication programme was held under the supervision of Major General Sudantha Ranasinghe, Commander, Security Forces - West (SF-West). 

Troops of the 14 Division and 58 Division with the participation of medical officers and Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) in the western province conducted the prevention programme. 

196 other ranks of the 14 and 58 Divisions participated in the campaign in Gampaha, Colombo, Kalutara and nearest areas.