Govt launches special program to assist Sri Lankans living in Israel

October 13, 2023 at 10:12 AM

The Sri Lankan Embassy in Israel and relevant government departments have collaboratively initiated a special program aimed at offering the utmost possible assistance to the Sri Lankan community living in Israel.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has also directed government officials to prioritize the immediate requirements of Sri Lankan citizens residing in Israel, especially their safety, in light of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine. 

According to the President’s Media Division (PMD), Sri Lankans working or residing in Israel for various purposes now have access to channels for directly informing Sri Lankan authorities in case of life-threatening situations or related difficulties. 

They could convey their needs or obtain essential information by reaching out through the following contact options:

Phone: (+94) 117966396
WhatsApp: (+94) 767463391
Email: opscenga@gmail.com

The government emphasizes that all Sri Lankans in Israel can avail of these services through established immigration procedures or any other appropriate method.

In the latest development in the ongoing conflict, Israel has ordered 1.1 million people in Northern Gaza to move to the south within the next 24 hours, raising fears of imminent invasion. (NewsWire)