Posted by Udaya Arunakantha on July 4, 2026 – 3:54 pm
Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) and Colombo Mayor Vraie Cally Balthazaar
Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) has known as for pressing motion to clear collected rubbish within the Colombo Municipal Council space amid issues over public well being and the chance of dengue through the wet season.
He made these remarks whereas chairing a gathering held on July 3, 2026, on the Ministry of Defence to debate rubbish disposal and waste administration points affecting the Colombo Municipal Council area.
Through the assembly, the Defence Secretary pressured the necessity for a coordinated, swift and sustainable strategy to handle the present waste administration challenges. He mentioned shut cooperation amongst all related stakeholders is essential to make sure a cleaner, more healthy and extra environmentally sustainable metropolis.
The dialogue additionally centered on the intense public well being dangers linked to poor waste administration, particularly the elevated risk of a dengue outbreak through the wet season.
The Defence Secretary instructed the related authorities to enhance the present waste assortment techniques, make higher use of accessible assets and take fast steps to take away collected rubbish from the affected areas. He additionally emphasised the necessity for long-term effectivity in waste administration operations.
Members mentioned the present challenges in waste administration and explored sensible steps and long-term methods to discover a sustainable and lasting resolution to the difficulty.
The assembly was attended by Colombo Mayor Vraie Cally Balthazaar, the Navy Commander, the Military Chief of Employees and the Director Basic of the Civil Safety Division.
Senior officers from the Tri-Forces and the Police have been additionally current on the assembly.
