NEW COLONEL OF THE REGIMENT ASSUMED DUTIES

The 58th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army Major General W L P W Perera RWP RSP ndu assumed duties as the 20th Colonel of the Regiment of the Gemunu Watch on 23 October 2021 under the patronage of religious observances at the office of the Regimental Centre the Gemunu Watch, Kuruwita.

The programme was commenced in accordance with military traditions; Major General W L P W Perera RWP RSP ndu was welcomed by the Centre Commandant of the Gemunu Watch and received the traditional guard turn out at the main entrance. Subsequently received the salute presented by Gemunu Watch troops at the parade square. The charming and proud, dignified military Guard of Honour was reviewed by the newly appointed Colonel of the Regiment and was accompanied by the Parade Commander together with Centre Commandant in accordance with military traditions.

The commemoration of war heroes at the monument was held customary and took over the responsibilities of the Colonel of the Regiment of the Gemunu Watch followed by all ranks tea organised at the Swimming Pool premises. Thereafter, Major General W L P W Perera RWP RSP ndu addressed all ranks at the Highlanders Paradise hall. Further, newly appointed Colonel of the Regiment conducted council meeting and also addressed to all Commanding Officers. Finally, programme was terminated with the lunch at Officers’ mess.