Norwegian ambassador to Sri Lanka Ms Grete Lochen with two other senior diplomats met the Commander, Security Forces - Jaffna (SF-J) Major General Udaya Perera recently at Palaly.
Having received on their arrival, Major General Udaya Perera had discussions with them on present situation in Jaffna. Responding to a question, SF Commander told the Ambassador that strength of the troops in Jaffna has been considerably reduced and almost all the sentry points manned by the Army in public places, were withdrawn.
“There was a great demand for food during past two three years. And also Army had to provide food to civilians who were newly resettled until they found a livelihood. Therefore, as a welfare measure, Army grew vegetables soon after the war ended and made arrangements for civilians to buy them at very low prices. However, when agriculture in the area developed and economy of people improved, we stopped selling vegetable so that farmers could sell their products,” Major General Udaya Perera, who quieted saying.
The three-member delegation comprised Ms Grete Lochen, Ambassador, Ms Dagny Mjos, Counsellor and Ms Hanne Pilrem, Senior Advisor.
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