29th July 2024 11:10:55 Hours
2 ESR welcomed the esteemed presence of the Military Secretary and the Colonel Commandant of the Corps of Engineer Services Major General Buddhika Perera RWP USP ndu psc on Sunday (28)
The Colonel Commandant was warmly welcomed by the Commanding Officer (overlooking) Maj HMSJ Bandara CES, reflecting the unit's hospitality and respect for its distinguished guests and accorded with a splendid guard turnout, demonstrating the military discipline and precision
Thereafter, the Commanding Officer took the opportunity to conduct a comprehensive briefing on the unit's tasks and processes. This session offered valuable insights into the unit's operations, challenges, and achievements, fostering a deeper understanding of the responsibilities shouldered by the personnel of 2 ESR.
A group photograph was taken, capturing the momentous occasion with the Colonel Commandant and the unit's officers. a sapling was planted on the premises symbolizing the visit.
Later, the Colonel Commandant addressed all ranks and stressed the importance of maintaining good discipline, upholding professionalism, maintaining correct procedures for financial matters, taking measures for drug prevention, and the continuous need for rigorous training.
He also addressed the officers, providing valuable leadership and regimental guidance at the officers’ mess followed by Lunch.
As a customary gesture, the Colonel Commandant CES signed the Visitors Book at the Officers' Mess, leaving behind a tangible record of the visit. This act symbolized not only the visit but also the ongoing collaboration and camaraderie between the Colonel Commandant and the unit.
The Deputy Centre Commandant Corps of Engineer Services, Colonel MSD Perera USP ptsc and senior officers, officers and other ranks attended the day’s programme.
