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To be an effective instrument to the Government Endeavour to cultivate national harmony in Jaffna Peninsula through uplifting the physical quality of life and spiritual value of the people.
To be an effective instrument to the Government Endeavour to cultivate national harmony in Jaffna Peninsula through uplifting the physical quality of life and spiritual value of the people.
23rd November 2024 16:13:31 Hours
Major General BGS Fernando USP Hdmc psc assumed duties as the 28th General Officer Commanding of the 55 Infantry Division in a brief ceremony held at the Division Headquarters in Kilinochchi on 22 November 2024. The event commenced with welcoming the GOC by the Brigade Commanders, Staff Officers, followed by a Guard Turnout and Gaurd of honour.
Having attended the multi religious observances, Major General Sampath Fernando officially signed a document and planted a sapling in the Division premises as a symbolic gesture.
The newly-appointed GOC in line with military formalities addressed all Officers and Other Ranks. The event concluded with an All-Ranks tea.
Brigade Commanders, Commanding Officers, Staff Officers and Other Ranks of 55 Infantry Division attended the formalities.
