16th February 2025 10:47:00 Hours
23 Infantry Division bid farewell to the outgoing General Officer Commanding, Major General W P Kariyawasam, in a formal ceremony held on Tuesday, 11 February 2025, at the Headquarters of the 23 Infantry Division.
The event commenced with a Guard Turnout presented by troops of the 4th Battalion Gamunu Watch at the entrance, followed by a Guard of Honour in recognition of Major General Kariyawasam’s distinguished service.
To commemorate the occasion, the outgoing General Officer Commanding participated in a group photograph, troops address and engaged in informal interactions during an All-Ranks Tea.
The farewell proceedings continued on Wednesday, 12 February 2025, when Officers and Other Ranks of the 23 Infantry Division formed a street line, extending their heartfelt gratitude and best wishes to Major General Kariyawasam as he departed.
