The remote Mankendy village in the 611 Brigade area under Madu Divisional Secretariat in the 61 Division Headquarters had a surprise on Wednesday (25) when 43 families were gifted with solar power operated electricity generating circuit, thanks to patronage of Jaffna-based ‘Gods Own Children Foundation’ with the coordination of the ‘New Dawn Energy Solutions’ Company Limited.
Under this solar power electrification scheme, 166 people, belonging to 43 families will have solar power generated electricity for domestic and other uses. The pre-school in the area was among the first to receive solar power electricity.
The scheme, initiated and activated by the Army was commissioned by Brigadier Ajith Kariyakarawana, General Officer Commanding 61 Division during a simple ceremony at Mankendy village.
611 Brigade Commander, officials of the sponsoring organization and the coordinating company, a large gathering of children and beneficiaries attended the brief inaugural ceremony.
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