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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.
16th January 2026 13:47:35 Hours
Troops of the Security Forces (Jaffna) on Wednesday 14 January 2026 bid farewell to the outgoing Commander, Security Forces (Jaffna) Major General KAN Rasika Kumara ndc psc, during a simple ceremony held at the Security Force Headquarters (Jaffna) in Palaly prior to retire from the Army Regular Force after completing over 35 years of illustrious service.
In accordance with military traditions on 14th January 2026, a Guard Turnout, accorded to the outgoing Commander at the entrance before he was invited to review the Guard of Honour military salute presented by troops of 5th Engineer Service Regiment.
After posting for a group photograph with Officers, he addressed the troops where he offered his sincere gratitude to all ranks serving in respective formations for high standards of professionalism and service rendered to maintain a peaceful environment while promoting civil- military coordination in the peninsula.
Towards the end of the day’s farewell programme, he was awarded mementos by the under command Infantry Divisions, Logistic Command and Headquarter Security Force (Jaffna). Finally the outgoing Commander attended for the All Ranks tea.
On Wednesday, 16 January 2026, the outgoing Commander placed his signature in the Visitors’ Book leaving memories as the Commander, Security Forces (Jaffna).
All GOCs, Brigade Commanders, Commanding Officers, Staff Officers of the Security Forces (Jaffna) and Other Ranks were presented at the military formalities.
