20th October 2018 11:48:53 Hours
The Raid Amazones - 2018, the 18th edition of the world’s biggest adventure challenge for ladies which is now underway in the East coast of Sri Lanka in and around Passikuda, Thoppigala and Kalkudah areas whilst enjoying the beautiful environment and enthralling culture of our country. This multi-sport adventure event that consists of cycling, canoeing and running, was conducted from 11 to 18 October testing the skill, determination and teamwork of the contestants.
11th October 2018 11:31:37 Hours
To coincide with the 69th Army Day & Anniversary, the troops of 231 Brigade launched a Blood Donation Campaign at the Headquarters, 231 Brigade Kallady, Batticaloa today (10), under the guidance and supervision of the Commander 231 Brigade, Brigadier Senarath Niwunhella who endorsed this project considering its importance in life saving.
30th September 2018 11:31:58 Hours
In order to uplift the living standard of the people of Vakarai, 233 Bde initiated a Cucumber Cultivation Project with the assistance of Hayleys Agriculture PLC. The project incorporated 49 low income families in Palachchenei area.
24th September 2018 20:09:16 Hours
On the directions of Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Mahesh Senanayake, a workshop was conducted with a series of lectures under the theme of “Future plans of the Army by exploring the present context” at the headquarter premises 24 Division on 19 Sep 18 to boost the efficiency of soldiers and smooth functioning of their role. The lectures were conducted by well known resource personnel on the topics of “Role of Army soldiers to establish national reconciliation and development, Role of Army to mitigate death toll in accident and suicide since it is higher than in the war period, Role of Army personnel to prevent drugs addiction since more no of cases reported in connection with drugs dealers”.
24th September 2018 20:03:38 Hours
With the intention preventing beach pollution, the troops of 11 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (Volunteer) conducted a beach front cleaning programme on 18 and 20 September at Kaludawaeli beach. The civilians also joined the troops for this righteous attempt.
29th August 2018 10:22:55 Hours
224 Brigade celebrated its seventh anniversary at the Brigade Headquarters premises on 25 (Saturday). The day’s proceedings commenced with the Commander 224 Brigade Colonel EAP Ediriweera being received the salute of Guard Turnout presented by the troops of 15 SLLI in accordance with military formalities. Subsequently, the Commander 224 Brigade addressed the troops and requested them to commit to diverse projects, being carried out by the Army to strengthen the harmony and reconciliation among all ethnic groups in the area.
28th August 2018 12:31:00 Hours
The troops of 22 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment, under command to 222 Brigade, built a new house for a low - income family in Verugal Trincomalee with the financial support of Mr. Sarath Yahampath. The new house recipient, Mrs. Devanayagi lived in a tin sheets hut with her four children since her husband had left the family some time back. She did not have a permanent source of income.
26th August 2018 13:59:34 Hours
The Foundation Stone for a Vihara Geya (Shrine Room) was laid at the auspicious time on (21) Tuesday at maha Diulwewa Purana Rajamaha Viharaya Trincomalee by General Officer Commanding - 22 Division Major General Aruna Jayasekara.
24th August 2018 15:40:07 Hours
The troops of 22 Division organized an educational tour to Anuradhapura with the students of the Rewatha Children’s Development Center Tincomalee on (19) Sunday.
20th August 2018 15:13:30 Hours
To mark the International Youth Day and with a view to improve sports skills of the youth in Trincomalee area, 221 Brigade organized a football match between the 22 Division football team and Town & Gravest Sports Club. The match was played at Fort Fredrick Playground on 12 August 2018.
