18th February 2022 14:27:48 Hours
Sri Lanka Light Infantry bade farewell to Brig WP Wijayarathna with a formal farewell ceremony, held at the SLLI Regimental Centre premises at Panagoda on 15 January 2022 while complying with the COVID 19 safety regulations. Farewell formalities commenced with a ceremonial Guard turnout in compliance with military traditions, subsequently he paid a visit to the SLLI war hero monument and made a floral tribute to the brave combatants who made the supreme sacrifice for the freedom of the nation. Brigadier WP Wijayarathna has rendered a noble service to the Sri Lanka Army (SLA), holding major command and staff appointments in different areas of the country. Minutes later, Brig WP Wijayarathna addressed officers and other ranks and shared some of his experience gained during the distinguished career in the SLA, Meanwhile he was invited to a partaking of tea where he shared a light moment with fellow officers. Few senior council members and the regimental staff were also presented on this occasion, to bid farewell to Brig WP Wijayarathna. .
