Veterinarians for Eradication of Rabies had a meeting with the Deputy Health Minister Mr. Mahinda Amaraweera regarding the issues faced by the National Dog Sterilization Programme. He promised to solve these problems and to continue the programme as planned.

The meeting was held on 11th August, 2010 at the Office of the Deputy Minister.

Dr. Saranga Alahappreuma (Medical Advisor to the Health Minister), Dr. Palitha Maheepala (Additional Secretary), Dr. P. A. L. Harischandra (Director – Rabies Control Unit), Dr. Pubudu Samaraweera and 8 members of the organization also participated.