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  • AN ENCHANTING BUDDHIST CELEBRATION UNDER 12 INFANTRY DIVISION

    16th May 2025 12:11:13 Hours

    Under the 12 Infantry Division of SFHQ (Central), the Vesak Festival was celebrated in a charming and devotional manner in commemoration of the Birth, Enlightenment and the ‘Parinirwana’ of Lord Buddha. A grand lantern competition was organized from May 12 to May 16, 2025, at the premises of the ‘Double Tree by Hilton – Weerawila Rajawarna’ Hotel, under the guidance of Colonel BDTD Jayaratne psc, the Commander of 122 Infantry Brigade Headquarters.

  • PREFECTS' INDUCTION CEREMONY AT TAMIL SCHOOL-POONAGALA

    16th May 2025 09:30:50 Hours

    The Prefects' Induction Ceremony 2025 of Tamil School at Poonagala- Bandarawela, was held on 16th May 2025 at 0930 hours at the school premises. As per to the formal invitation made by the principal of the school, to the Commander Security Forces ( central), Brigadier M Mahawithna KSP, the Brigadier Coordinating (volunteer) Security Forces (central) graced the occasion as the chief guest, representing the Commander Security Forces (central). Thirty four students were pinned prefect badges during the ceremony.

  • 3 (VOL) SLNG TROOPS HELPS WITH VESAK ZONE IN HAMBANTOTA

    15th May 2025 14:18:43 Hours

    In response to a request made by the Divisional Secretary - Hambantota, troops of the 3rd volunteer Battalion of Sri Lanka National Guard under command to 122 Infantry Brigade helped with the decorations of Vesak Zone -2025 at Hambantota Township.

  • 12 INFANTRY DIVISION CONDUCTS VESAK FESTIVAL

    15th May 2025 12:47:38 Hours

    On account of the “Vesak Poya” celebrations, troops of the 12 Infantry Division Headquarters entertained more than two thousand devotees in a “Dansala” where people were offered with tea buns, plantain and cordial drinks on 12 May 2025 in front of the division headquarters. Additionally, a colorful eye-catching Vesak Lantern, decorations which were created by the troops of division headquarters, inaugurated in connection with the commencement of Vesak Seasonal Festival. Senior Officers, Officers, Other Ranks, Civil Servants and a large number of devotees living around the Katuwewa, Hambantota area witnessed the Vesak Celebrations and Dansala.

  • LIFE-SAVING EFFORTS DONE BY ARMY TROOPS IN BUS ACCIDENT

    12th May 2025 13:54:02 Hours

    It was reported that a bus travelling from Kataragama to Kurunegala had veered off the road and plunged approximately 40 feet into a precipice in the Ramboda area, the accident was reported at approximately 0615 hours On 11th may 2025. which in 642 Brigade Headquarters area, under the 11 Division Headquarters.

  • SHRAMADANA CAMPAIGN AT TISSAMAHARAMA RAJAMAHA VIHARAYA

    10th May 2025 09:16:02 Hours

    In line with the Vesak Poya Day troops of 12th Battalion the Gajaba Regiment organized an extensive shramadana campaign for two days and cleaned the Tissamaharama Rajamaha Vihara premises on 10 and 11 May 2025. During the shramadana campaign troops worked willingly with commitment to ensure the cleanness and beauty of the temple premises.

  • NEW BRIGADIER COORDINATING (VOLUNTEER) ASSUMES DUTIES

    09th May 2025 15:35:56 Hours

    Brigadier N. Mahawithana KSP of Sri Lanka Army Service Corps assumed duties as the Brigadier Coordinating (Volunteer) at the Security Forces Headquarters (Central) on 09 May 2025.

  • BLOOMING BUDS OF VIRUKEKULU PRESCHOOL DEMONSTRATES SPORTS SKILLS

    08th May 2025 16:56:13 Hours

    The kids of Viru Kekulu Preschool in Diyathalawa showcased sports and physical activities during the sports meet held at the preschool premises on 08 May 2025. The colourful event was organized by the staff of the preschool under the patronage of Mrs. Damayanthi Bandaranayake, the senior member in charge of the ‘Viru Kekulu’ preschool Diyathalawa, with the guidance of Commander Security Forces (Central) Major General Nalin Bandaranayake USP.

  • CERTIFICATE AND PRIZE AWARDING CEREMONY OF MAHAMAYA GIRLS’ COLLEGE -KANDY

    05th May 2025 15:32:53 Hours

    The Certificate and Prize Awarding Ceremony of 16th Annual All-island Mountain Climbing Competition organized by Mahamaya Girls’ College - Kandy, Was held on 03.05.2025 at 1800 hours in the college auditorium. According to the formal invitation made by the principal of the school, Major General K A U Kodithuwakku RSP USP psc IG the Divisional Commander of 11 Inf Division graced the occasion as the chief guest.

  • 12 INFANTRY DIVISION TROOPS DONATES BLOOD

    03rd May 2025 21:11:30 Hours

    Troops of 12 Infantry Division participated for the blood donation Programme which was organized by Buddhist Compassion Relief “Tzu Chi” Foundation at Siribopura, Hambantota on 29 April 2025.