The greatest gratitude

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The greatest gratitude
www.defence.lk">In the light of many noble aspirations at providing comfortable life for the disabled soldiers, "Mihindu Seth Medura"; best be described as a "Healing Home" has been made into reality, bestowing upon the needy war heroes who were maimed in the face of terror, and with no helping hand to assist them in basic day today needs.
Much hard effort had been expended and many forces have pull to-gather with a single purpose before this result come to pass, and now we can say a promising initiative has been taken to show the greatest gratitude of a nation, to respect, honour and empower those who made great sacrifices for the nation, but expected nothing in return.
In the history of war, not every generation has been summoned to defend our country in its hour of need. Yet, every generation should feel that call has done so with valour, courage and sacrifices.
Aim
The aim is to make them feel that they have never been forgotten by the society, and to assist them to meet challenges more confidently through a systematic approach addressing all possible means. www.defence.lk">
Background
The 46-acre "Mihindu Seth Medura" is the brainchild of Secretary Defence has been built in the green suburb of Colombo, on the borders of the Aththidiya Bird Sanctuary. Tranquility of Aththidiya, suits best for the purpose as the nature will reinforce the healing powers while all other sophistications available in this institution.
"Mihindu Seth Medura", the first of its kind in South Asia, this special institution will be a home away from home for over 50 valiant
war heroes, carefully identified as the most needed in terms of special care and comfort.
Soldiers who have been sustained with life altering injuries require a lifetime of care. These brave men risked life and limb to save the country. They deserve the very best health care mainly apart from other issues. All in all the "Mihindu Seth Medura"is a place where war heroes will be watched over harmoniously for the rest of their lives. It is equipped with all what they need under one roof, including well trained professional staff.
Speaking to defence.lk, Major Ebraheem of SL Army, who is now being looked after at the "Mihindu Seth Medura" said "I have no words to tell you but, this is nothing less than a living heaven for all of us. We have all what we need here and we are being well looked after." he said.
The spiritual aspect of soldier is much respected, and given room for everyone to worship, meditate or to do any other religious activities as they desire. The environment too adds greater value creating an appropriate atmosphere for the purpose.
Facilities and Staff
The facility is absolutely unique in every dimension, every soldier is provided with an air-conditioned luxury room including a small pantry with essential kitchen appliances, attached bath room, clinical bed, TV, internet, and much more. Everything is of best brands and highest quality as to show them that they are being well looked after.
The cafeteria brings togetherness alive, allowing more space for them to interact with other comrades, family members, friends and other interested parties as well.
The self-sustaining staff adds much value to the initial concept, while making good example to the soldiers, they are so tasked to gradually empower soldiers to deal with own matters alone and with confidence. www.defence.lk">
Responsibility for all
As a nation, we are deeply indebted to these brave men for all their efforts making the motherland free from terror. His Excellency President Rajapaksa has mentioned in his Ranaviru Day message, the responsibility of nation towards the war heroes. The President said "The entire nation should come forward and assist the families of those brave soldiers who died or were maimed in this great struggle for peace and unity. This is our duty and responsibility. I trust both the Government and citizens will look after the welfare of Ranaviru families, to make them feel secure with the assurance that that society at large has not forgotten them".
However, one mustn't be awaited till the head of state remind the noble duty towards our valiant men and women. Thus, it is our moral responsibility to look after such great heroes for years to come.