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Seva Vanitha Unit donates wheelchair with multiple functions to mother of senior sailor

In a heartwarming display of compassion and support, the Navy Seva Vanitha Unit (NSVU) came forward to extend a helping hand to the mother of a senior sailor. Accordingly, the President of NSVU, Mrs Mala Lamahewa donated a wheelchair with multiple functions to Petty Officer EMMB Ekanayake, serving in SLNS Thammanna, to be handed over to his mother with limited mobility. The donation was made at the Office of NSVU on 21st July 2023.

Upon receipt of a request of the senior sailor to the Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, the President of NSVU sought the assistance of the Advisor at Mahakaruna Buddhist Society and Sri Lankaramaya in Singapore, Ven. Dr. Karadetiyana Gunarathana Thera for this philanthropic endeavour. As such, Ven. Dr. Karadetiyana Gunarathana Thera provided this special wheelchair to be given to the ailing mother of the senior sailor.

The Coordinating Officer, Secretary and the staff of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit were also present on this occasion.