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|caption = DAP Dissanayake in the [[Kilinochchi]] area as Troop Commander in November 1996, in the aftermath of Operation Sath Jaya III during the [[ |
|caption = DAP Dissanayake in the [[Kilinochchi]] area as Troop Commander in November 1996, in the aftermath of Operation Sath Jaya III during the [[Operation Sath Jaya|Sath Jaya]] military campaign. |
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| birth_place = [[Colombo]], [[Sri Lanka]] |
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| allegiance = [[Sri Lanka]] |
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| branch = [[Sri Lanka Army]] |
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| serviceyears = 1983–2023 |
| serviceyears = 1983–2023 |
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| rank = [[Lieutenant Colonel]] |
| rank = [[Lieutenant Colonel]] |
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| unit = [[Sri Lanka Engineers]] |
| unit = [[Sri Lanka Engineers]] |
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| battles = [[Sri Lankan Civil War]] |
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| awards = [[Rana Sura Padakkama|RSP]], [[Uttama Seva Padakkama|USP]] |
| awards = [[Rana Sura Padakkama|RSP]], [[Uttama Seva Padakkama|USP]] |
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'''Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake RSP USP''' is a distinguished officer of the [[Sri Lanka Army]] with over 40 years of service. He is widely recognized for his significant contributions to both military operations and national infrastructure projects. His service during the [[Sri Lankan Civil War]] and his leadership within the [[Sri Lanka Engineers]] Regiment<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://222.165.180.163/sapper/sites/all/themes/bootstrap/common/images/Offr_Name_list.pdf |title=Officers Name List - Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers |website=Sapper |access-date=11 September 2024}}</ref> earned him a reputation as a war hero who made invaluable contributions to Sri |
'''Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake RSP USP''' is a distinguished officer of the [[Sri Lanka Army]] with over 40 years of service. He is widely recognized for his significant contributions to both military operations and national infrastructure projects. His service during the [[Sri Lankan Civil War]] and his leadership within the [[Sri Lanka Engineers]] Regiment<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://222.165.180.163/sapper/sites/all/themes/bootstrap/common/images/Offr_Name_list.pdf |title=Officers Name List - Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers |website=Sapper |access-date=11 September 2024}}</ref> earned him a reputation as a war hero who made invaluable contributions to Sri Lanka's territorial defense, as well as post-war recovery and peacekeeping operations. |
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== Military |
== Military career == |
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Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake was commissioned into the [[Sri Lanka Engineers]] Regiment in 1983 and became a [[Troop Commander]] in 1995. His military service was marked by his active involvement in operations to counter insurgencies, particularly in the North and East of Sri Lanka during the [[ |
Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake was commissioned into the [[Sri Lanka Engineers]] Regiment in 1983 and became a [[Troop Commander]] in 1995. His military service was marked by his active involvement in operations to counter insurgencies, particularly in the North and East of Sri Lanka during the [[Sri Lankan Civil War]]. |
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=== Key Positions === |
=== Key Positions === |
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* Troop Commander, 1st Field Engineer Regiment in [[Jaffna]] ( |
* Troop Commander, 1st Field Engineer Regiment in [[Jaffna]] (1995–1997) |
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* Troop Commander, 5th Field Engineer Regiment in [[Jaffna]]( |
* Troop Commander, 5th Field Engineer Regiment in [[Jaffna]](1997–2002) |
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* Adjutant, Plant Workshop in [[Mattegoda]] ( |
* Adjutant, Plant Workshop in [[Mattegoda]] (2002–2004) |
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* Officer Commanding, Plant Squadron of the 7th Field Engineer Regiment in [[Minneriya]] ( |
* Officer Commanding, Plant Squadron of the 7th Field Engineer Regiment in [[Minneriya]] (2008–2009) |
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* Second in Command, 7th Field Engineer Regiment in [[Sampur]] ( |
* Second in Command, 7th Field Engineer Regiment in [[Sampur]] (2009–2010) |
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* Second in Command, 9th Field Engineer Regiment in [[Vavuniya|Boo Oya]] ( |
* Second in Command, 9th Field Engineer Regiment in [[Vavuniya|Boo Oya]] (2011–2012) |
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* Commanding Officer, 11th Field Engineers in [[Mullaittivu]] ( |
* Commanding Officer, 11th Field Engineers in [[Mullaittivu]] (2015–2023)<ref>{{Cite web |title=11 Field Engineer Regiment, Former Commanding Officers |url=https://alt.army.lk/sapper/11sle|website=Sri Lanka Army : Lt Col DAP Dissanayake RSP USP SLE 01.05.2015 - 24.07.2017 |access-date=2024-09-11}}</ref> |
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Throughout his career, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake played a key role in major military operations, infrastructure development, and peacekeeping missions. His leadership during pivotal moments in the war and his oversight of critical projects in war-torn regions exemplified his commitment to national defense and recovery. He is renowned for volunteering to dismantle an explosive device placed under a bridge by the [[LTTE]] during [[ |
Throughout his career, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake played a key role in major military operations, infrastructure development, and peacekeeping missions. His leadership during pivotal moments in the war and his oversight of critical projects in war-torn regions exemplified his commitment to national defense and recovery. He is renowned for volunteering to dismantle an explosive device placed under a bridge by the [[LTTE]] during [[Operation Sath Jaya]], an act that saved numerous lives.<ref>{{cite news |title=Operation Jaya Sikurui will be eleven months old on April 13 |newspaper=The Sunday Times |date=1998-04-05 |page=6}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |title=Karunanidhi rejects LTTE |newspaper=Sunday Observer |date=1996-11-24 |page=Front page |quote=Army engineers survey the ground as army units in the Kilinochchi area strengthen their defence lines. Security forces units in the northern and eastern operational areas are going on high alert this week in anticipation of possible LTTE strikes to mark the separatist movement's 'martyr's week', which falls this week.}}</ref> In recognition of his bravery and leadership, Dissanayake was awarded the [[Rana Sura Padakkama]] (RSP) for acts of bravery in combat and the [[Uttama Seva Padakkama]] (USP) for distinguished service to the nation. |
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== Contributions to National Infrastructure and Peacekeeping == |
== Contributions to National Infrastructure and Peacekeeping == |
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In addition to his battlefield contributions, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake was instrumental in several national infrastructure projects.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Foundation Stone Laid at Sri Lanka School of Military Engineering |url=https://alt.army.lk/sapper/content/foundation-stone-laid-sri-lanka-school-military-engineering |date=2018-01-23 |website=Sri Lanka Army |access-date=2024-09-11 |quote=Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake RSP USP SLE attended the occasion.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers Donates a New House for the Late Sergeant Kamalasiri KAA's Family |url=https://alt.army.lk/sapper/content/corps-sri-lanka-engineers-donates-new-house-late-sergeant-kamalasiri-kaas-family |website=Sri Lanka Army |date=2018-01-23 |access-date=2024-09-11 |quote=Commanding Officer of 11 Field Engineer Regiment Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake RSP USP SLE participated at the event.}}</ref> He supervised the construction of key roads, including the Somawathiya-Seruwavila road and the [[Trincomalee]] Outer Circle Road, which played a crucial role in post-war reconstruction and economic development. His work on the [[Pidurutalagala|Piduruthalagala]] Transmission Tower road and projects in the [[Puttalam]] and [[Mannar, |
In addition to his battlefield contributions, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake was instrumental in several national infrastructure projects.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Foundation Stone Laid at Sri Lanka School of Military Engineering |url=https://alt.army.lk/sapper/content/foundation-stone-laid-sri-lanka-school-military-engineering |date=2018-01-23 |website=Sri Lanka Army |access-date=2024-09-11 |quote=Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake RSP USP SLE attended the occasion.}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers Donates a New House for the Late Sergeant Kamalasiri KAA's Family |url=https://alt.army.lk/sapper/content/corps-sri-lanka-engineers-donates-new-house-late-sergeant-kamalasiri-kaas-family |website=Sri Lanka Army |date=2018-01-23 |access-date=2024-09-11 |quote=Commanding Officer of 11 Field Engineer Regiment Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake RSP USP SLE participated at the event.}}</ref> He supervised the construction of key roads, including the Somawathiya-Seruwavila road and the [[Trincomalee]] Outer Circle Road, which played a crucial role in post-war reconstruction and economic development. His work on the [[Pidurutalagala|Piduruthalagala]] Transmission Tower road and projects in the [[Puttalam]] and [[Mannar, Sri Lanka|Mannar]] regions further highlighted his contributions beyond the military sphere. During his final years of service, he constructed several [[List of dams and reservoirs in Sri Lanka|water reservoirs and dams]], which were indispensable for supporting fauna, flora, and agriculture in the [[Sri Lanka dry-zone dry evergreen forests|dry regions]] of the country.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Commander Makes a Surprise Visit to Karuwalagaswewa Tank Renovation Work under ‘Sirisara Pivisuma’ |url=https://www.army.lk/news/commander-makes-surprise-visit-karuwalagaswewa-tank-renovation-work-under-%E2%80%98sirisara-pivisuma%E2%80%99 |website=Sri Lanka Army |date=2018-08-06 |access-date=2024-09-11 |quote=The work is being carried out under the supervision of Lieutenant Colonel Priyantha Dissanayake, Tanks Renovation Direction Officer of the ‘Sirisara Pivisuma’ project.}}</ref> |
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In 2012, Dissanayake also served in international peacekeeping operations under the guidance of the [[United Nations]], where he oversaw the maintenance of an airfield in [[Chad]] during his deployment to the [[Central African Republic]] as part of a [[ |
In 2012, Dissanayake also served in international peacekeeping operations under the guidance of the [[United Nations]], where he oversaw the maintenance of an airfield in [[Chad]] during his deployment to the [[Central African Republic]] as part of a [[United Nations peacekeeping|UN mission]]. |
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== Post-Military Career == |
== Post-Military Career == |
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Following his retirement from the military in 2023, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake continues to contribute to national development.< |
Following his retirement from the military in 2023, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake continues to contribute to national development.<ref>Through his work with the Land Reclamation & Development Company Pvt Ltd.</ref> As a Project Manager, he oversaw several important projects, including the expansion of the [[Bandaranaike International Airport]] and the construction of the German-Sri Lanka Friendship Maternity Hospital in [[Karapitiya]]. |
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== Awards and Decorations == |
== Awards and Decorations == |
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* [[Rana Sura Padakkama]] (RSP) – Awarded for bravery during military operations. |
* [[Rana Sura Padakkama]] (RSP) – Awarded for bravery during military operations. |
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* [[Uttama Seva Padakkama]] (USP) – Awarded for distinguished service to the nation. |
* [[Uttama Seva Padakkama]] (USP) – Awarded for distinguished service to the nation. |
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* The Board of the Sri Sambuddha Sasanaya Foundation awarded him twice with a token of appreciation 'for his contribution and dedication to promoting peace and the propagation of Buddhist principles through these meritorious acts'.< |
* The Board of the Sri Sambuddha Sasanaya Foundation awarded him twice with a token of appreciation 'for his contribution and dedication to promoting peace and the propagation of Buddhist principles through these meritorious acts'.<ref>Sri Sambuddha Sasanaya reference MDW/EST/PERMT/E7/22/70, May 25, 2023 and ASSF/22/01/005, May 27, 2024. The tokens were offered during the sacred Bodhi Puja ceremony.</ref> |
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==Gallery== |
==Gallery== |
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File:Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in dress uniform.jpg|Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake. |
File:Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in dress uniform.jpg|Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake. |
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File:Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake and President Sirisena in 2018.jpg|Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake and [[ |
File:Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake and President Sirisena in 2018.jpg|Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake and [[Maithripala Sirisena|President Sirisena]] in 2018. |
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File:Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in Mullaittivu.jpg|Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake in his role as Commanding Officer, 11th Field Engineers, [[Mullaittivu]] during the |
File:Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in Mullaittivu.jpg|Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake in his role as Commanding Officer, 11th Field Engineers, [[Mullaittivu]] during the COVID-19 Pandemic. |
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File:Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in Chad 2012.jpg|Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in [[Chad]] 2012, during a [[ |
File:Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in Chad 2012.jpg|Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in [[Chad]] 2012, during a [[United Nations peacekeeping|UN operation]] to construct and maintain an airport. |
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File:Inauguration Plaque of the Second Phase of the National Road Development Project under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake 2017.jpg|Inauguration plaque for the Second Phase of the National Road Development Project, led by Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake and the [[ |
File:Inauguration Plaque of the Second Phase of the National Road Development Project under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake 2017.jpg|Inauguration plaque for the Second Phase of the National Road Development Project, led by Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake and the [[Sri Lanka Engineers|Sri Lankan Engineers Regiment]], opened on March 15, 2017. |
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[[Category:Recipients of the Uttama Seva Padakkama]] |
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[[Category:Engineers]] |
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Revision as of 10:16, 12 September 2024
Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake | |
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 DAP Dissanayake in the Kilinochchi area as Troop Commander in November 1996, in the aftermath of Operation Sath Jaya III during the Sath Jaya military campaign. | |
| Born | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| Allegiance | Sri Lanka |
| Service/ | Sri Lanka Army |
| Years of service | 1983–2023 |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Unit | Sri Lanka Engineers |
| Battles/wars | Sri Lankan Civil War |
| Awards | RSP, USP |
Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake RSP USP is a distinguished officer of the Sri Lanka Army with over 40 years of service. He is widely recognized for his significant contributions to both military operations and national infrastructure projects. His service during the Sri Lankan Civil War and his leadership within the Sri Lanka Engineers Regiment[1] earned him a reputation as a war hero who made invaluable contributions to Sri Lanka's territorial defense, as well as post-war recovery and peacekeeping operations.
Military career
Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake was commissioned into the Sri Lanka Engineers Regiment in 1983 and became a Troop Commander in 1995. His military service was marked by his active involvement in operations to counter insurgencies, particularly in the North and East of Sri Lanka during the Sri Lankan Civil War.
Key Positions
- Troop Commander, 1st Field Engineer Regiment in Jaffna (1995–1997)
- Troop Commander, 5th Field Engineer Regiment in Jaffna(1997–2002)
- Adjutant, Plant Workshop in Mattegoda (2002–2004)
- Officer Commanding, Plant Squadron of the 7th Field Engineer Regiment in Minneriya (2008–2009)
- Second in Command, 7th Field Engineer Regiment in Sampur (2009–2010)
- Second in Command, 9th Field Engineer Regiment in Boo Oya (2011–2012)
- Commanding Officer, 11th Field Engineers in Mullaittivu (2015–2023)[2]
Throughout his career, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake played a key role in major military operations, infrastructure development, and peacekeeping missions. His leadership during pivotal moments in the war and his oversight of critical projects in war-torn regions exemplified his commitment to national defense and recovery. He is renowned for volunteering to dismantle an explosive device placed under a bridge by the LTTE during Operation Sath Jaya, an act that saved numerous lives.[3][4] In recognition of his bravery and leadership, Dissanayake was awarded the Rana Sura Padakkama (RSP) for acts of bravery in combat and the Uttama Seva Padakkama (USP) for distinguished service to the nation.
Contributions to National Infrastructure and Peacekeeping
In addition to his battlefield contributions, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake was instrumental in several national infrastructure projects.[5][6] He supervised the construction of key roads, including the Somawathiya-Seruwavila road and the Trincomalee Outer Circle Road, which played a crucial role in post-war reconstruction and economic development. His work on the Piduruthalagala Transmission Tower road and projects in the Puttalam and Mannar regions further highlighted his contributions beyond the military sphere. During his final years of service, he constructed several water reservoirs and dams, which were indispensable for supporting fauna, flora, and agriculture in the dry regions of the country.[7] In 2012, Dissanayake also served in international peacekeeping operations under the guidance of the United Nations, where he oversaw the maintenance of an airfield in Chad during his deployment to the Central African Republic as part of a UN mission.
Post-Military Career
Following his retirement from the military in 2023, Lieutenant Colonel Dissanayake continues to contribute to national development.[8] As a Project Manager, he oversaw several important projects, including the expansion of the Bandaranaike International Airport and the construction of the German-Sri Lanka Friendship Maternity Hospital in Karapitiya.
Awards and Decorations
- Rana Sura Padakkama (RSP) – Awarded for bravery during military operations.
- Uttama Seva Padakkama (USP) – Awarded for distinguished service to the nation.
- The Board of the Sri Sambuddha Sasanaya Foundation awarded him twice with a token of appreciation 'for his contribution and dedication to promoting peace and the propagation of Buddhist principles through these meritorious acts'.[9]
Gallery
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Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake. -
Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake and President Sirisena in 2018. -
Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake in his role as Commanding Officer, 11th Field Engineers, Mullaittivu during the COVID-19 Pandemic. -
Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake in Chad 2012, during a UN operation to construct and maintain an airport. -
Inauguration plaque for the Second Phase of the National Road Development Project, led by Lieutenant Colonel D. A. Priyantha Dissanayake and the Sri Lankan Engineers Regiment, opened on March 15, 2017.
See also
References
- ^ "Officers Name List - Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers" (PDF). Sapper. Retrieved 11 September 2024.
- ^ "11 Field Engineer Regiment, Former Commanding Officers". Sri Lanka Army : Lt Col DAP Dissanayake RSP USP SLE 01.05.2015 - 24.07.2017. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
- ^ "Operation Jaya Sikurui will be eleven months old on April 13". The Sunday Times. 1998-04-05. p. 6.
- ^ "Karunanidhi rejects LTTE". Sunday Observer. 1996-11-24. p. Front page.
Army engineers survey the ground as army units in the Kilinochchi area strengthen their defence lines. Security forces units in the northern and eastern operational areas are going on high alert this week in anticipation of possible LTTE strikes to mark the separatist movement's 'martyr's week', which falls this week.
- ^ "Foundation Stone Laid at Sri Lanka School of Military Engineering". Sri Lanka Army. 2018-01-23. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake RSP USP SLE attended the occasion.
- ^ "Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers Donates a New House for the Late Sergeant Kamalasiri KAA's Family". Sri Lanka Army. 2018-01-23. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
Commanding Officer of 11 Field Engineer Regiment Lieutenant Colonel DAP Dissanayake RSP USP SLE participated at the event.
- ^ "Commander Makes a Surprise Visit to Karuwalagaswewa Tank Renovation Work under 'Sirisara Pivisuma'". Sri Lanka Army. 2018-08-06. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
The work is being carried out under the supervision of Lieutenant Colonel Priyantha Dissanayake, Tanks Renovation Direction Officer of the 'Sirisara Pivisuma' project.
- ^ Through his work with the Land Reclamation & Development Company Pvt Ltd.
- ^ Sri Sambuddha Sasanaya reference MDW/EST/PERMT/E7/22/70, May 25, 2023 and ASSF/22/01/005, May 27, 2024. The tokens were offered during the sacred Bodhi Puja ceremony.