SRI LANKA LIGHT INFANTRY BECAME CHAMPIONS IN ARMY PARA GAMES 2016

The 19th Army Para Games 2016 came to an end on 14th October 2016 as SLLI topped the medal table and became champions, wining incredible 48 Gold, 53 Silver and 40 Bronze medals. The closing ceremony was held at the Diyagama Stadium with the participation of Commander of the Army Lieutenant General A W J C de Silva RWP VSV USP ndu psc as the chief guest.SLLI athletes set new track and field records in a nine athletic events in 200 m, 800 m, 5000 m shot put, high jump, long jump, and discus-throwing. S/321925 Cpl Somasiri RADC was adjudged as the best athlete.Col of the Regt and All Ranks wish all the best to the Sports team of HQ Bn SLLI who devoted themselves for this remarkable victory.