Troops of 4 VIR Conduct Beach Cleaning Campaign

Following the capsizing of the vessel MSC ELSA 3 in Indian territorial waters and upon the request of the Maritime Environment Protection Authority (MEPA), a shoreline survey and cleaning programme in the affected areas were conducted by the troops of the 4th Battalion, Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (4 VIR) along the Mannar coastal belt.

This initiative, aimed at mitigating environmental damage caused by debris and oil spill remains, was carried out from 13 to 17 June 2025 under the instructions of Major General K.M.P.S.B Kulatunga RSP ndc psc, Commander, Security Forces (Wanni).