The Government of India today (25) officially handed over 134 single-cab vehicles to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for use by the Sri Lanka Police under the Indo–Sri Lanka Friendship Programme.
The ceremonial event was held at the Presidential Secretariat, with the vehicles valued at approximately Rs. 300 million.
According to officials, the vehicles will be deployed to Police stations across the Northern Province to strengthen transport and operational capabilities.
Speaking at the event, Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha reaffirmed India’s continued commitment to supporting Sri Lanka through similar assistance programmes in the future.
Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasooriya also presented a commemorative gift to the Indian High Commissioner in appreciation of the donation.
The event was attended by Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala, Deputy Minister Sunil Watagala, Ministry Secretary Ravi Seneviratne, DIMO General Manager Rajeev Pandithage, officials from the Indian High Commission, and senior Sri Lanka Police officers.
