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Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers

Motherland Honour & Service

25th August 2025 16:53:15 Hours

36TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS OF 5 FIELD ENGINEER REGIMENT

The 36th anniversary celebration of 5 Field Engineer Regiment was held at Home of Sappers’ on 23 August 2025, showcasing glamour and pride in a significant scale. As the first event marking the anniversary celebration, a Shramadhana campaign was successfully conducted at Thusitha Sewana Elders' Home - Mattegoda on 19 August 2025.

On 20 August 2025, an Inter Squadron Cricket Tournament was held within the camp premises, with the aim of foster unity and teamwork among the soldiers while enhancing morale and esprit de corps. On 22 August 2025, a Bodhi Pooja was organized at camp premises, remembering the fallen war heroes, seeking blessings for the unit and the wellbeing of its personnel.

On 23 August 2025, anniversary day proceedings commenced with a Guard Turnout and Guard of Honour for the Commanding Officer, Major L L C S Cabraal psc SLE, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. He was warmly received by the Second in Command, Major D S M Siriwardhana USP SLE. During the troop address, the Commanding Officer expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all Officers and Other Ranks for their unwavering dedication and determined efforts in maintaining the high standards of the regiment. The Commanding Officer especially highlighted the outstanding contributions made by the Sappers for internal security duties and the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative under the supervision of Security Forces Headquarters (West). Following the formal proceedings, a group photograph was taken, and an all Ranks lunch was held, further strengthening unit bonds.

To mark the celebratory spirit, an all Ranks entertainment session was held in the evening. The event commenced with a two-minute silence in honour of Fallen War Heroes, paying tribute to their supreme sacrifice. Then the programme moved into a vibrant phase with games and recreational events designed to break away from routine military life and help soldiers refresh their minds. A musical evening featuring colourful performances added sparkle and joy to the celebration, creating a memorable experience for all personnel and marking the 36th Anniversary of the 5 Field Engineer Regiment in a grand and meaningful manner.