Major General W.B.J.K Wimalaratne RWP RSP of the Gemunu Watch assumed duties as the 34th General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 51 Infantry Division in Kopay on Monday (06 May 2024).
The newly appointed GOC of the 51 Infantry Division was warmly welcomed by Staff Officers on his arrival and according him a Guard Turnout and Guard of Honour by the troops of 17th Battalion the Gemunu Watch.
Major General P.K.S Nandana RSP USP psc, Director General, Directorate of Training, Army Headquarters, marked his retirement after an illustrious career spanning 33 years. In recognition of his dedicated service, the Senior Officer, was invited to the Office of the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, on 30 April 2024.
The Gemunu Watch (GW), a highly regarded regiment in the Army, marked its 36th anniversary on March 19th at Regimental Headquarters in Kuruwita, Rathnapura.
Commemorative programmes were started under the direction of Colonel of the Regiment and the General Officer Commanding 51 Infantry Division, Major General Wajira Welagedara RSP VSV USP ndc.
On February 24, 2024, the Gemunu Watch Regiment honoured the newly promoted Major General ULJS Perera RSP USP psc, Director General 2 in the Office of the Chief of Staff to the President, and Major General PKS Nandana RSP USP psc, Director General Training at the Regimental Centre The Gemunu Watch. The Colonel of the Regiment and General Officer Commanding - 51 Infantry Division, as well as other senior officers of the Gemunu Watch, attended the event.
When a military is not fighting a war but rather maintaining peace, healthy personnel among the troops are critical. In light of this, Brigadier Chaminda Galappathti RSP USP organized a Health Clinic for Officers and Other Ranks, which was directed by the Colonel of the Regiment, Major General Wajira Welagedara RSP VSV USP ndc, on February 22, 2024, at the Regimental Headquarters. Dr. Vipula Indralal, Medical Officer (Info) - Provincial Directorate Office of Health led the programme with the assistance of Dr.
The Gemunu Watch Regiment hosted 'Felicitation Ceremony' to newly promoted Major General CA Rajapakse RSP and Major General W B J K Wimalaratne RWP RSP with the directions of The Colonel of the Regiment the Gemunu Watch, Major General SWB Welagedara RSP VSV USP ndc to congratulate in conformity with military traditions.
Major HIA De Alwis RSP assumed duties as the 12th Commanding Officer of Regimental Headquarter Battalion the Gemunu Watch on 18th January 2024. A brief ceremony was held which included Guard Turnout, religious observances and troops address.
Major HIA De Alwis RSP was enlisted to the Sri Lanka Army as an Officer Cadet of Sri Lanka Military Academy with Intake 52 on 28th June 2000. After completion of successful military training, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant on 22nd June 2002 and he was posted to 8thBattalion the Gemunu Watch.
Major GGN Wijesooriya RSP USP psc assumed duties as the 18th Commanding Officer of 6th Battalion the Gemunu Watch on 03rd January 2024. A brief ceremony was held which included Guard Turnout, ceremonial parade, religious observances and troops address.
Major Nimal Wijesooriya was enlisted to the Sri Lanka Army as an Officer Cadet of Sri Lanka Military Academy with Intake 54 on 19th July 2001. After completion of successful military training, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant on 20th December 2003 and he was posted to 8th Battalion the Gemunu Watch.
The tribute ceremony for the Gemunu Watch victorious shooting Champions of Sri Lanka Army Inter Regiment Combat shooting Competition - 2023 was held on 11 December 2023 at the Regiment Centre the Gemunu Watch. The Colonel of the Regiment Major General SWB Welagedara RSP VSV USP ndc graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
The veterans gathering of the Gemunu Watch were held at the Matara Divisional Secretariat Auditorium on 10 December 2023. A large no of retired officers and other ranks attended to the occasion. Many administration matters which are relevant to retired personal were discussed in the event. Colonel of the Regiment Major General SWB Welagedara RSP VSV USP ndc, Centre Commandant and Senior Officers and officers of the Gemunu Watch were presented at the event.
