A Heartfelt Initiative by the Community Police Division in Commemoration of the 78th Independence Day

In conjunction with the 78th Independence Day celebrations, officers of the Community Police Division visited the Lankarama Viharaya in Borella on the morning of 05.02.2026 to offer comfort and companionship to senior citizens residing in an elderly care home, where they are spending their later years.

With the objective of nurturing compassion and respect for the elderly among the younger generation, children from the Tiny Tots Pre-School operated by the Community Police Division were also invited to participate in the event. Arrangements were made to provide the senior citizens with several hours of joyful musical entertainment, featuring performances by the Police Western Band.

Well-known entertainers Suneth Chitrananda and Anura Srinath, recognized for their contributions to comedy and music, also took part in the program, further enriching the entertainment.

Additionally, the Community Police Division arranged lunch for the residents of the elderly care home on the same day.

The program was organized under the guidance of the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of the Community Police and Environment Directorate, Mr. Roshan Rajapaksa, based on a concept introduced by the Inspector General of Police. The event was coordinated by the Director of the Community Police Division, Senior Superintendent of Police Mr. D.K. Priyantha, and was graced by the presence of the Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Mr. Sunil Watagala, who attended upon invitation.