The Directorate of Army Benevolent Fund (ABF) conducted an awareness programme at RHQ SLA on 21 January 2026 as part of the Training Day Programme, with the participation of Officers and Other Ranks.

The session was conducted by Colonel K A D C J Kodithuwakku, Director ABF, who delivered detailed lectures focusing on the benefits available to ABF members, procedures for accessing those benefits, and the structure of the ABF payment system. He also addressed key administrative aspects, including membership management, common reasons for application rejections, and the importance of maintaining accurate documentation to ensure smooth processing.

During the session, the Director ABF emphasized the Fund’s commitment to transparent and efficient service delivery and encouraged members to make full use of the facilities provided by the ABF. The interactive nature of the programme provided an opportunity for participants to raise questions, clarify concerns, and gain a better understanding of how the Directorate of ABF supports their financial strength and long-term financial security.

Maj Gen K D M L Samaradiwakara RWP RSP ndu psc, the Director General Financial Management (DGFM), paid an official visit to the Directorate of the Army Benevolent Fund (ABF) at Panagoda on 26 October 2025.

Upon arrival, the DGFM was warmly welcomed by Colonel K A D C J Kodithuwakku, the Director of the Army Benevolent Fund, together with senior officers and staff. The visit commenced with a comprehensive briefing conducted by the Director ABF.

Following the briefing, Maj Gen Samaradiwakara toured the ABF premises, observing the day to day operations, welfare administration, and service facilities available to serving and retired members. During the visit, the DGFM appreciated the dedicated efforts of the ABF staff in maintaining transparency and efficiency in managing the benevolent fund.

To mark the occasion, a group photograph was taken with the visiting DGFM, the Director, and members of the ABF staff. Subsequently, the DGFM signed the Visitors’ Book, leaving his remarks of appreciation for the Directorate’s commendable service.

The visit concluded with the present tokens of appreciation, symbolizing the continued cooperation and goodwill between the Financial Management Branch and the Army Benevolent Fund.

Colonel K A D C J Kodithuwakku of the Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps officially assumed duties as the 15th Director of the Directorate of the Army Benevolent Fund on Wednesday, 08 October 2025, at the Army Cantonment, Panagoda.

The occasion was marked by a simple ceremony that began with religious observances, after which the newly appointed Director placed his signature on the official document, symbolizing the formal acceptance of his new responsibilities.

Staff Officers and Other Ranks of the Directorate of the Army Benevolent Fund attended the event, signifying the official commencement of Colonel K A D C J Kodithuwakku’s tenure as Director of the Army Benevolent Fund.