21st October 2025 18:42:06 Hours
The SevaVanitha Branch of the Gemunu Watch (SVBGW) ceremonially handed over a newly constructed house to Corporal Rajapaksha RSCS belongs to 6th Battalion The Gemunu Watch, on 14 October 2025 at Heelogama, Nikaweratiya.
The formal handing over ceremony was marked by auspicious rituals and blessings, with the house being declared open by Dr. (Mrs.) DilrukshiWimalaratne, President of the SVBGW, together with Major General W.B.J.K. Wimalaratne RWP RSP, Director General Infantry and Colonel of the Regiment The Gemunu Watch.
This meritorious project was generously funded by the Sri Lanka Army SevaVanitha Unit. The construction was skillfully undertaken by the troops of the 06th Battalion of the Gemunu Watch under the close supervision of Lt Col G.G.N. Wijesooriya RSP USP psc, The Commanding Officer of 6 GW, and implemented under the directives of the SVBGW President.
The ceremony included traditional blessings, and the family was also gifted essential furniture and kitchen appliances to support their transition into the new home.
The event was graced by Major General W.B.J.K. Wimalaratne RWP RSP, Dr. (Mrs.) DilrukshiWimalaratne, members of the SevaVanitha Branch, senior officers, officers, and other ranks from the 6 GW and the Regimental Centre of the Gemunu Watch, marking another significant milestone in the Regiment’s ongoing welfare initiatives.
