21st May 2025 10:40:42 Hours
A rotating lantern display was held from 12th May 2025 to 14th May 2025 to mark the 2025 Vesak Poya. A large number of people from the area came for this, creating a festive and spiritual atmosphere throughout the area. It was an attractive and wellorganized program held in the Thirukkovil area recently, which reflected the strong bond between the army and the local community. It not only celebrated the importance of the Vesak festival, but also promoted unity, peace, coexistence and goodwill.
This program was conducted under the guidance of senior officers, Major General H.C.L. Galappaththi R.S.P. USP,General Officer Commanding, 24 Inf Div, Colonel K.G.A.T. Kelakorale R.S.P. Brigade Commander, 242 Inf Bde, and under the full supervision of Major K.D. Liyanage, C O, 8SLNG.
