31st October 2024 11:22:33 Hours
The 2 Signal Brigade deployed at Menerigama, Padukka celebrated the 1st Anniversary on 30th October 2024 with a series of events followed by military formalities under the guidance of Brigadier YSP Sumanasinghe RSP, the Commander of 2 Signal Brigade.
According to the program, the anniversary celebrations started with a cricket match by the participation of all ranks. Then, a special dinner was offered to the children who required special needs at ‘Mandula Piyasa’ in Kahawala, Padukka along with a tea and entertainment event in the evening on 29th October 2024.
Later on 30th October 2024, the 1st anniversary celebration started with the arrival of the chief guest Commander 2 Signal Brigade and he was received by Lieutenant Colonel LNP Liyanage General Staff Officer 1 (Operation and Coordinating) of the 2 Signal Brigade at the main entrance. Consequently, the Commander was honoured by awarding a Guard Turnout salute. The newly constructed name board for the 2 Signal Brigade Headquarters was unveiled by the Commander after the said event. Later, the Commander 2 Signal Brigade planted a Mango sapling at the 2 Signal Brigade premises to mark the occasion. Then the events unfolded with a troop address and All Rank lunch. Moreover, a token of appreciation was awarded to the civil servant who rendered a great service to the 2 Signal Brigade. In the evening hours, Bodhi Pooja was held to pay tribute and blessings to all the war heroes, war veterans, soldiers and their families.
The 1st Anniversary celebration marked the culmination with all ranks gathering on 04th November 2024 at the Mercury Club House Mennerigama, Padukka. During the gathering, commemorative presents were given by the Commander 2 Signal Brigade to the former members who contributed their best to this Brigade.
