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NSVU President inspects reconstruction efforts sponsored by Seva Vanitha Unit in Eastern Naval Command

The President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs Mala Lamahewa on 26th and 27th March 2024 inspected several reconstruction projects being carried out in the Eastern Naval Command, with the sponsorship of the Navy Seva Vanitha Unit. Accordingly, the General Mess of Special Boat Squadron and the Junior Sailor’s Mess of SLNS Vijayaba were subject to the inspection of the NSVU President.

Going by a concept of the NSVU President, Seva Vanitha Unit allocated a sum of Rs. 7,000,000.00 ensuring each command receiving Rs. 1,000,000.00. The funds made available will be utilized for reconstruction efforts in naval establishments belonging to each Naval Command. The initiative focused on enhancing welfare benefits enjoyed by naval personnel.

Accordingly, the General Mess of the Special Boat Squadron and the Junior Sailor’s Mess of SLNS Vijayaba underwent repairs, costing Rs. 240,108.00 and Rs. 435,550.00, respectively, and were inspected by the President of NSVU.

Commanding Officer SLNS Vijayaba, Captain Awanthika Jayasekara as well as Coordinating Officer, Secretary and staff of NSVU were also present on this occasion.