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Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha inspected the Dr. Neville Fernando Teaching Hospital in Malabe on February 23, 2026, after the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) took over its management, approved by the Cabinet on February 9, 2026.

The SLAF is now responsible for the hospital's administration and operations. The visit included discussions on the hospital's operational status, future development plans, and objectives to enhance medical services.

Air Vice Marshal (Dr.) Lalith Jayaweera briefed on ongoing initiatives and expansion plans to meet healthcare demands. Topics included infrastructure development, financial planning, and inter-agency coordination.