Badulla, Sri Lanka (September 10, 2026) — Responding swiftly to severe flooding and landslides that recently impacted communities across Sri Lanka, the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) Corporation, in strategic collaboration with the Shri Hela Cultural Collaboration Foundation (SHCCF), successfully executed a comprehensive humanitarian disaster-relief operation in the Uva Province.
The emergency mission was conducted under the direct leadership and strategic monitoring of Dr. Chrishantha J.K.M. Dissanayake, IHRC Commissioner for Sri Lanka and Founder, Founding President, and Director General of the SHCCF, underscoring both organizations' enduring commitment to protecting human dignity during humanitarian crises.
On-the-Ground Operations and Logistical Mobilization
The relief deployment was led on site by Mr. S. Prabhakaran, IHRC Regional Coordinator and Director of Public Relations & National Organiser for the SHCCF. Essential organizational and logistical coordination was provided by Mrs. S. Harshananthi, IHRC Zonal Coordinator and Project Coordination Secretary.
The operation was further bolstered by dedicated IHRC members, SHCCF directors, and active volunteers:
- IHRC Members & SHCCF Directors/Members: Mr. Hashitha, Mrs. Rajeswari, Mr. Basnayaka, Mr. Keethiswaran, Mr. Nalin Dammika, Mrs. Roshani, and Mr. Ajith.
- Community Volunteer Team: Ms. Esther Benika, Ms. Subaletchumi, Ms. Amsiya Deen, Ms. Sandamali, Mr. Himath, and Ms. Rakshani.
Targeted Assistance to Vulnerable Families
Ground assessment teams conducted preliminary evaluations to identify households most critically impacted by the natural disaster. Based on these findings, comprehensive emergency relief packages were directly distributed to affected families across Kanawaralla, Hali-Ela, and Badulla.
Special appreciation is extended to Mr. Naveen, Educator at Gonagala School, for his vital assistance in identifying needy families and facilitating ground-level community coordination.
Global Leadership, Transparency, and Community Support
This humanitarian mission was conducted under the overarching directives and guidance of Prof. Rafal Marcin Wasik, Secretary-General of the International Human Rights Commission.
The IHRC and SHCCF extend sincere gratitude to media partners and independent journalists whose coverage ensured transparency and visibility for the relief efforts:
- Mr. Pushpanathan Maheswaran
- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC)
- Sooriyan FM (ABC Network)
- Mr. Rasamanikkam Kandeeban
- Mr. Subramaniam Sudhagaran
Reaffirming their shared mission
—"Together, We Serve Humanity"—
the International Human Rights Commission and the Shri Hela Cultural Collaboration Foundation remain fully prepared to deploy resources and support vulnerable communities in times of emergency across Sri Lanka.
Reported by:
S. Prabhakaran
National Organiser — Shri Hela Cultural Collaboration Foundation. Regional Coordinator — International Human Rights Commission.
