Security Force Headquarters Kilinochchi (SFHQ-KLN) commenced an English program for officers on Monday.
“The 60 day-long course will focus on latest writing, speaking, listening and reading techniques and communicative skills,” said the army website.
The Tamil district of Kilinochchi is heavily militarised, with military personnel engaging in administrative and commercial activities.
Tamils have have long complained that Sri Lankan soldiers rarely speak Tamil and are ill-equipped to deal with the needs of locals.
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