ASSUMING DUTIES AS 11TH COMMANDING OFFICER OF 16TH BATTALION THE GAJABA REGIMENT

Major Suresh Fernando USP psc assumed office as the 11th Commanding Officer of 16th Battalion the Gajaba Regiment at an auspicious time, on 01 March 2024 amidst religious blessings at the Headquarters 16th Battalion the Gajaba Regiment in THABBOWA.

On arrival, the newly appointed Commanding Officer was warm heartedly welcomed by the Lieutenant KushanZoyza and honoured with a Guard Turnout, after while, he was invited to accept the salute at a Colorful ceremonial Parade commanded by Battalion Second in Command Major BuddikaPathmasiripsc at the Battalion parade ground and that was followed by the formal troops address.

Thereafter, the Commanding Officer planted a sapling at the camp premises to mark this special occasion and assumed duties at the auspicious time by signing an official document amidst religious blessings. Later, he attended the all ranks tea party held at the Other Ranks‘ Mess, where he had a cordial interaction with the troops.

Commander of the Army and Colonel of the Regiment, Regimental Council Members, Senior Officers, Centre Commandant and all Staff Officers of the Regimental Centre extend their best wishes for his new appointment and all the success in his future endeavours.