Commander Security Forces (East)

Major General P R Pathiravithana USAWC psc proudly represents the remarkable legacy of Ananda College, Colombo. Throughout his formative years he establishe himself as a prominent sportsman who was a member of the Cricket team and the rugby football teams at the school level. These early experiences instilled in him a sense of discipline teamwork and perseverance.

His journey in the Sri Lanka Army began on 14th July 1990 when he enlisted in the regular force, joined Intake 34 Sri Lanka Military Academy - Diyathalawa and upon completion of basic military training at the Sri Lanka Military Academy; he was commissioned on 02nd July 1992 and subsequently posted to the Sri Lanka Armoured Corps.

Throughout his Illustrious military career Major General Ravi Pathiravithana held numerous significant many important Command, Staff and Instructor appointments demonstrating his exceptional leadership and expertise. Major General Ravi Pathiravithana participated in numerous military operations across Sri Lanka. While holding various responsibilities at different ranks, he gained extensive experience in Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Insurgency Operations. He also served as the Commanding Officer of the 9th, 8th, and 3rd Regiment Sri Lanka Armoured Corps.

He showcased his leadership and operational expertise during his tenure with the United Nations Mission in Haiti, playing a pivotal role in managing critical aspects of the mission’s operational framework. He later served as the General Officer Commanding of the 52 Infantry Division.

Currently, Major General Ravi Pathiravithana serves as the Commander Security Forces (East), Colonel of the Regiment of Sri Lanka National Guard and Chairman of the Sri Lanka Army Cricket Council, Sri Lanka Army.

Key Command Appointments

• Platoon Commander - 1st and 3 rd Battalion of Sri Lanka Light Infantry
• Troop Leader - 3rd Regiment Sri Lanka Armoured Corps
• Squadron Officer Commanding - 6th Regiment Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (Rft)
• Officer Commanding, Recruit Training Squadron - ACTC
• Squadron Commander - KDA
• Second in Command - 6th Regiment Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (Rft)
• Commanding Officer - 9th Regiment Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (Rft)
• Commanding Officer - 8th Regiment Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (Rft)
• Commanding Officer - 3rd Regiment Sri Lanka Armoured Corps
• Commander - 662 Infantry Brigade
• United Nations Employment Additional Contingent Commander - Haiti
• General Officer Commanding 52 Infantry Division.

Instructor Appointments:

Officer Commanding - Recruit Training Squdron (ACTC)

Officer Instructor - KDA

Chief Instructor - ACTC

Directing Staff - DSCSC

Platoon Commander - CTS

Commandant - ACTC

Staff Appointments

General Staff Officer III - Armoured Brigade

Brigade Major - Armoured Brigade

General Staff Officer I (Ops) - HQ OCC

Colonel General Staff - Security Forces HQ Kilinochchi

Colonel (A) Adjutant General Branch - AHQ

Brigader Coord - DSCSC, Battalanda

Director General of Staff Duties - AHQ

Academic Achievements

Graduate of the Army Command and Staff College, Sri Lanka

Graduate of the United States Army War College

GIS Course - University of Moratuwa

UN Observers Course - Kukulegaga

UN Employment Course - Kukulegaga

UN Staff Officers Course - Kukulegaga

Diploma in Strategic Studies

Master of Science in Defence Studies

Master of Science in Strategic Studies

Training and Courses

Officers Par Excellence - 32 Brigade

Young Officers Basic Course - Pakistan

Junior Staff Course

Radio Instructor Officer Course - India

Combat Team Commander Course - India

Combat Group Commnader Course - India

Disaster Management Course - Kenya

United States Army War College Course - United States

Honors and Awards

In recognition of his bravery and service during counter-terrorism operations, Major General Ravi Pathiravithana has been awarded:

East Humanitarian Operation Medal

North Humanitarian Operation Medal

Purna Bhumi Padakkama

North and East Operations Medal

Riviresa Campaign Medal

Independence Anniversary Medal

United Nations Medal

Foreign Service Medal

50th Independence Anniversary Medal

Long Service Medal

Sewabhimani Medal

United Nations Medel

75th Independence Anniversary Medal

Major General Ravi Pathiravithana USAWC psc is married to Mrs. Sumangali Pathiravithana and is blessed with a daughter and son