Sri Lanka Red Cross Society Holds Discussion on Disaster Response Programs with Deputy Minister of Defence

Posted on Monday, February 3rd, 2025
Today, Dr. Mahesh Gunasekara, Director General of the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, and Mrs. Kumari Kothalawala, Director Branch Development, held a discussion with Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), Deputy Minister of Defence, regarding the disaster response programs undertaken by the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society.
The discussion focused on the frequent floods exacerbated by climate change, with particular emphasis on the recent challenges posed by Cyclone Fengal and the Inter-Monsoon Floods. In response, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society continues its ongoing disaster relief efforts.
This meeting served as a platform to provide a briefing to Deputy Minister on humanitarian interventions and explore opportunities for enhanced collaboration in disaster preparedness, response, and relief.