Northern religious dignitaries discuss reintegration
[October 21 2010]

<p>Buddhist, Hindu and Christian religious dignitaries in Vavuniya,
Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu are now discussing to help the
rehabilitated ex-LTTE cadres to lead a normal life in their respective
villages.


<p>Organized by the Commissioner general of Rehabilitation Brig. Sudantha
Ranaisnghe, the program is taking place at the Cultural Hall Vavuniya.

<p>“ The objective is to explain the religious dignitaries in these areas
about the process of rehabilitation, the training of ex-cadres
received and their contribution to lead a peaceful life where the
people in their respective areas recognize them as one of them”, he
said.

<p>Over 4,000 ex-LTTE cadres have been sent home after the completion of
successful rehabilitation program including vocational training.

<p>Upto May 2009, over 11,000 LTTE cadres , including child soldiers,
surrendered to the military and half of them have been released in
batches.