13th February 2018 09:52:40 Hours
Colonel L S balachandra RSP took up the reins of Commander Mechanized Infantry Brigade amid religious blessings and cheerful gathering at the Mechanized Infantry Brigade on 06 Feb 2018. Newly appointed Brigade Commander was warmly welcomed by the General Staff Officer I, Lt Col B P G K Balasooriya RSP psc and the formal Guard Turnout was presented by the troops of mechanized Infantry Brigade at the entrance. Afterwards, Colonel L S balachandra officially assumed the duties as Commander Mechanized Infantry Brigade in the midst of Pirith Chanting by the Maha Sangha at the auspicious time. The Planting of tree sapling and All Ranks tea party took place at the Camp premises. The day's event was terminated with Troops Addressed by the Brigade Commander.