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Sampur : The government and security forces have taken measures to restore
security and improve infrastructure facilities in the area.
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admin on 16 September, 2006 09:30:00
 
Security forces continue their search operations in Sampur area. Reconstruction
activities in liberated areas are being expedited. The government and security
forces have taken measures to restore security and improve infrastructure
facilities in these areas before the re-settlement of the displaced.
A group of journalists visited Sampur to inquire into the present situation.
This report has been filed by Rupavahini special correspondent Amal Samantha who
was with the group of journalists toured the area.
The security forces have gained full control in Sampur, Kattaparichchan and foul
point areas which were under the grip of tiger terrorists for around ten years.
Journalists have been given an opportunity to visit the area for the first time.
The Sri Lanka navy has been vested with the task of restoring security in foul
point and Sampur areas captured by the Sri Lanka army. The Sri Lanka navy is
controlling the sea belt from Sampur to Ilankannai via Kattaparichchan. Troops
have been deployed to maintain security in the area. they are building camps at
the moment. The troops are also engaged in improving infrastructure facilities.
A defence line was built to prevent infiltration of tiger terrorists. Civilians
have extended their support for the construction activities. Civilians have not
returned to Sampur. as yet. A spokesman of the Sri Lanka navy said that action
will be taken to re-settle civilians after the completion of reconstruction
activities. normalcy has been restored in Muttur and the security has been
strengthened by troops. All arrangements are being made to improve
infrastructure facilities in the area.