State Minister Tennekoon and Defence Secretary visit paratroopers injured during Independence Day rehearsals
Posted on January 31st, 2024
Ministry of Defence – Media Centre
State Minister Tennekoon looks into the well-being of paratroopers injured during 76th Independence Day rehearsals
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon visited the Army Hospital and the National Hospital in Colombo to personally inquire about the well-being of Army and Air Force paratroopers who sustained injuries during 76th Independence Day rehearsals at Galle Face on Tuesday (Jan 30).
During his visit, the State Minister checked on the condition of the paratroopers who faced the unexpected tragedy and interacted with them briefly while wishing them a quick recuperation.
Before leaving the hospital, Minister Tennakoon spoke with the hospital staff about the paratroopers’ on-going treatment and current health condition, as well as praising their prompt service and dedication in such emergency situations.
Defence Secretary visits paratroopers injured during Independence Day rehearsals
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne visited the National Hospital and the Army Hospital to inquire into the condition of the paratroopers who were injured during a mishap at the 76th Independence Day rehearsals.
Gen. Gunaratne took time off from his busy schedule to personally inquire into the wellbeing of all four military personnel who were injured in the unfortunate incident that happened yesterday morning at the Galle Face Greens. He also met with the medical authorities of both hospitals to ensure that the best care is provided to these paratroopers for a speedy recovery.
Two army personnel including an officer and two air force personnel were admitted to both hospitals after a mishap during a freefall jump during the Independence Day rehearsal held at the Galle Face on Tuesday (Jan 30).