07th June 2018 12:15:55 Hours
Creating an another glorious era in the history of the Commando Regiment, New Regimental Officers’ Mess of the Commando Regiment was declared open by the Commander of the Army Lieutenant General NUMMW Senanayake RWP RSP USP USACGSC on 4 May 2018 at the Regimental Headquarters – Ganemulla. Participation of forefathers of the Regiment, past Colonels of the Regiment, serving and retired senior officers of the Commando Regiment and the Army and their spouses added so much of traditional, social military value to the occasion.
Signifying the grand opening, inaugural replica was unveiled by the Commander of the Army together with Major General R A Nugera WWV RWP RSP USP ndu - Col of the Regt CR and stepped in to the New Officers’ Mess. Thereafter, the Commander of the Army along with distinguish gathering glanced at all the compartments of the newly constructed building facility followed by a splendid Guest Night that added so much glamour to the event.
In recalling the history, the previous Commando Regimental Officers’ Mess had been declared open by the then Commander of the Army Major General T I Weeratunga VSV that dates back to 15th March 1984, sooner that developed in to a glamorous and traditional Officers’Mess frequently patronized by not only Commando officers, but many others from local formations and friendly foreign countries as well. That mess created unique and higher esteemed culture and fostered the commando ‘Esprit de Corps’ that inspired the our motto “Nothing Impossible”. However, as it dates back over 30 years of existence, exigency of constructing a new building with modernization became reality today. The new mess was constructed in very same location as a blend of glorious past, present and the future.
Due to the Non availability of Army funds for this project, special fund raising project was planned and started in the year 2014. The foundation stone for new building was laid on 12 March 2015 and the construction started by Commando troops that possess multi skilled attitude and with the technical assistance and supervision of troops of the Corps of Engineer Services. With strenuous effort through day and nights and sheer commitment of all ranks of the Regiment this gigantic project was completed proving motto “Nothing Impossible”.
This splendid Officers’ Mess has the latest amenities to host any kind of function or ceremony. It contains the latest technical and superior interior decorations blend with modern electric fittings and appliances with an elegant visitors room, VIP lounge, Ladies room, Dining hall, Conference hall, Banqueting hall, Superior Kitchen, and many other luxurious facilities would ensure the ability of hosting not only Knights of the arms but the Kings and Queens to come.
This grand opening of new Officers’ Mess facility will unfold a new chapter in regimental history with inspiring future. It will facilitate the wishful practice of military and social tradition and maintenance of higher standards that govern the conduct of the commando officers of the day.
