Forces reach Olumadu

Troops of Task Force 3 were able to reach to a significant stage in the Wanni liberation operation this afternoon by reaching Olumadu area, in Mullaittivu district, where once considered as an LTTE stronghold. Olumadu is located 4Km northeast of Mankulam along the Mankulam - Mullaittivu (A-34) main road.

After fierce fighting which lasted for a few days, troops of Task Force 3 were able to reach the Olumadu area and started forward dominations. Search operations conducted so far uncovered a terror body and troops are engaged in further consolidating operations