12th June 2023 13:10:30 Hours
A formal farewell ceremony for Major General DMKDB Pussella RWP RSP was held on 09 June 2023 at the Regimental Centre, Mechanized Infantry Regiment - Dambuluhalmillawewa.
The Colonel of the Regiment was warmly welcomed upon his arrival by Incoming Colonel of the Regiment Major General HMU Herath RWP RSP VSV USP Hdmc psc- General Officer Commanding of 61 Infantry Division and Brigadier A M A Abeysinghe RWP RSP USP psc - Centre Commandant, Mechanized Infantry Regiment along with Regimental Council Members.
The formal military farewell ceremony commenced soon after the guard turnout at the entrance. He has paid tribute to the fallen war heroes at the war heroes monument prior to commence the other formalities. After that, he was greeted by a Parade. He was handed over the duties at Colonel of the Regiment's office and attended to an all Ranks tea. In parallel to the event, he was invited for a lunch at newly constructed WOs’ & Sgts’ Mess and Formal Dinner Night offered at the Officers' Mess. Further, he kept his praiseworthy remarks on the Visitors’ Book on the following day morning.
Finally, after conveying best wishes for future prospects to the Regiment, he was offered a salute by all Officers and Other Ranks in a street line to appreciate the dedicated service rendered as the 14th Colonel of the Regiment.
