Phase 1 of Sirasa Shakthi – JKH Sahana Yathra commenced today with the departure of vehicles carrying much-needed relief for those affected by inclement weather in different parts of the country.

The convoy will travel in three directions to provide aid to affected persons in Polonnaruwa, Puttlam and Batticaloa.

On several occasions, the Sirasa Shakthi Shana Yathra initiative has provided relief to people who have been affected by disasters.

The Capital Maharaja Organization Limited initiated the Sahana Yathra program 10 years ago. Today, once again in the face of an entirely different disaster, the Sahana Yathra convoys are en route to Batticaloa, Polonnaruwa and Puttalam to provide relief together with John Keells holdings PLC in the light of the inlcement weather wreaking havoc across the island.

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