Jaffna Commander Enlightens Public about New Security Clearance Procedures

Nearly two hundred representatives from Jaffna-based Government Departments, State Agencies, Local and International Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Civil Organizations and heads of all commercial establishments in Jaffna during a meeting they had with Major General G.A. Chandrasiri, Commander Security Forces Headquarters, Jaffna (SFHQ-J) recently, received an update on the implementation of new security clearance procedures for various emergencies, effective from this month (August).

The new security clearance procedures, applicable to all those who exit from the Jaffna peninsula are to cover emergencies such as funerals, interviews, medical tests, examinations, NGO seminars, issue of visas and passports, sports events, etc and are valid for three months since the date of issue. Likewise, those moving out elsewhere for residential or employment purposes are supposed to obtain security clearances separately from respective security authorities in the areas, the meeting was told. Several participants sought clarifications on new procedures and other matters from the security chief after the main address was over. Major General Chandrasiri, responding to queries raised by some participants at the meeting explained them in detail regarding instances of theft and looting, issue of new identity cards, supply of medical items, problems in fishing industry, etc and urged them to bring any grievances, if any, to the notice of the SFHQ-J.

 He also requested the participants to extend their support for security measures in effect and help the Security Forces maintain law and order in the peninsula. The meeting held at Kankasanthurai transit camp premises was led by Major General G.A Chandrasiri and attended by District Secretary for Jaffna K.Ganesh.