26th December 2017 16:15:54 Hours
Major General Kumudu Perera RWP RSP USP ndu assumed duties as the 7th Commander of the Security Force Headquarters (Central) on 04 June 2017 amidst religious observances at the office of the Commander Security Forces (Central).
In accordance with military traditions, Major General Kumudu Perera RWP RSP USP ndu reviewed the Guard Turnout and received the salute of the Guard of Honour, presented by troops of 9th Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment at the Rendezvous Parade Ground, DIYATALAWA on 05 June 2017. General Officers Commanding 11 and 12 Divisions, Brigade Commanders, Commanding Officers of affiliated Units, Officers and Other Ranks of the Security Force Headquarters (Central) participated in extending their well wishes to the new Commander.
Afterward, Major General Kumudu Perera RWP RSP USP ndu addressing all ranks, stressed the need of being prepared to provide assistance during any type of contingency in currently experienced natural disasters unfolding in the country. He further elaborated that whatever task at hand everyone should uphold the dignity of the uniform and ensure that the image of this mighty professional Army should always be held at the highest esteem by conducting in a very professional manner as soldiers. Further, he stated that in such situations military personnel should adapt in shouldering responsibilities swiftly with a positive mindset whilst being empathetic towards the affected.
Major General M K D Perera RWP RSP USP ndu, joined the Sri Lanka Army in March 1984. During his 33 years of unblemished commendable service he has held a number of key appointments in the organization. Commencing his career as a Second Lieutenant he has held all appointments within a Battalion. Thereafter, completing a stint as the General Staff Officer grade II at Army Headquarters he Commanded 1 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment and continued with the appointments of Commandant Army School of Physical Training, Colonel General Staff of HQ 55 Division, Brigade Commander 551 Brigade, the Director Training - Army Headquarters, Commandant - Sri Lanka Military Academy, Director - Directorate of Welfare, General Officer Commanding of 51,55,59 and 22 Divisions and finally as the Chief of Staff - Joint Staff of the Office of Chief of Defence Staff, prior to assuming duties as the Commander Security Forces (Central).
Major General Kumudu Perera has been awarded with the Galentry Medals of Rana Wickrema Padakkama (RWP) and Rana Shura Padakkama (RSP) as well as the Uttama Seva Padakkama (USP) in recognition of his commitment during the Operations and unblemished service to the nation.
