08th July 2024 16:10:00 Hours
The Military Secretary and the Colonel Commandant of the Corps of Engineer Services, Major General IANB Perera RWP USP ndu psc made batallion visit to 14(V) Engineer Services Regiment in Battaramulla on 04 July 2024. The Commanding Officer, Lt Col WUS Karunarathne CES extended a warm welcome to the Colonel Commandant on his arrival and was then accorded a guard turnout showcasing the regiment's discipline.
In line with the agenda, the Commanding Officer briefed the Colonel Commandant on the unit's tasks, responsibilities, and recent achievements, highlighting its vital role in supporting the mega scale construction projects of the Sri Lanka Army.
Thereafter Major General Buddhika Perera planted a sapling, symbolizing the regiment's commitment to environmental responsibility and future success. Then a group photograph of the officers with Colonel Commandant was taken to commemorated the visit, fostering unity and shared purpose.
The Colonel Commandant then addressed the troops, commending their dedication and professionalism and he further stressed upon the military and personal discipline of the soldiers and its impact on their personal life, Corps of Engineer Services and the whole Army. Finally, he advised on correct use of social media, present financial crisis, situational awareness and remedial actions to the gathering.
Then Colonel Commandant was accompanied to tea reception arranged at Cpls’ Club which enabled to have an informal interaction of all ranks with Colonel Commandant.
The Colonel Commandant inspected the camp premises, paying particular attention to the welfare facilities available to the soldiers and gave guidance for progressive improvement.
Before his departure, he penned his compliments in the visitors' book, a tradition solidifying his visit and the regiment's history. This significant event highlighted the regiment's professionalism, dedication, and vital role in the Sri Lankan military, further strengthening the bonds within the unit.
Brigadier KL Munasinghe USP, the Centre Commandant of the CES, Adjutant of Regimental Headquarters of CES Joined the visit.
