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Security Forces Headquarters
(East)

02nd December 2024 14:56:12 Hours

IN RECOGNITION OF A DISTINGUISHED MILITARY CAREER, THE OUTGOING COMMANDER OF THE SECURITY FORCES (EAST) CONDUCTS A FORMAL VISIT TO THE 23 INFANTRY DIVISION

On 30 November 2024, a formal farewell ceremony was held at the Headquarters of the 23 Infantry Division to honor Major General Shavanth Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc, the outgoing Commander of Security Forces Headquarters (East). Upon his arrival, He was accorded a Guard Turnout and warmly received by Major General Priyantha Kariyawasm, the General Officer Commanding of the 23 Infantry Division.To commemorate his visit, Major General Shavanth Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc planted a sapling and participated in a group photograph session. An All Ranks tea gathering was subsequently held at the Corporals’ Club, where he interacted with a cross-section of the troops. During his address, he expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering service and support extended to him during his tenure as the Commander of Security Forces Headquarters (East). He was also presented with several mementos as tokens of appreciation.

A farewell lunch followed the ceremony, marking the culmination of the event. Before his departure, Major General Shavanth Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc recorded his reflections and appreciation in the visitors’ book.The ceremony was graced by the presence of the General Officer Commanding, the Commanders of the 231, 232, and 233 Infantry Brigades, staff officers of the 23 Infantry Division, commanding officers, and troops from the under-command battalions of the division.