Major General G P P Kulatilaka ndc
Genaral Officer Commanding
23 Infantry Division
Major General Priyanga Kulatilakandc, is the proud son of Mr. Gunamuni Kulatilakaand Mrs. OlupathageIrine. He was born in Kaluthara and is a distinguished alumnus of Vidyarathna College, Horana, where he began building the foundation for a remarkable career in military service.
His journey in the Sri Lanka Army commenced on 09 December 1991 when he enlisted in the Regular Force. He joined Intake SC3 at the Sri Lanka Military Academy - Diyathalawa and, upon completion of his basic military training atSri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA) in Diyatalawa, he was commissioned on 19 December 1992. He was subsequently posted to the Gajaba Regiment Later, in response to the requirements of the Sri Lanka Army, he joined the Mechanized Infantry Regiment, the youngest regiment in the Sri Lanka Army in 2007.
Throughout his illustrious military career, Major General Priyanga Kulatilaka has held numerous key commands, staff, and instructional appointments in both Gajaba Regiment and Mechanized Infantry Regiment demonstrating outstanding leadership and operational expertise. He has actively participated in multiple military operations across the country, gaining extensive experience in counterterrorism and counterinsurgency operations.
He notably served as the Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion, Mechanized Infantry Regiment, and later became the Deputy General Officer Commanding (DY GOC) of the 64 and 24 Infantry Divisions. Currently, he holds the positions of:
General Officer Commanding - 23 Infantry Division
President, Sri Lanka Army Carrom Association
Key Command Appointments:
Staff Appointments:
- General Staff Officer 3 (Operation) - 545 Infantry Brigade - Paranthan
- Project Officer - Regimental Headquarters Gajaba Regiment
- Staff Officer 2 (Logistics) - Mechanized Infantry Regiment
- Chief Instructor - Regimental Headquarters Mechanized Infantry Regiment, Recruit Training Center
- Military Observer of the Democratic Republic of Congo
- General Staff Officer 1 (Operation) - Directorate of Independent
- Commandant - Mechanized Infantry Training Centre
- Security and Admin Officer - Suhurupaya
- Colonel General Staff - 64 Infantry Division
- Brigade Commander - 561 Infantry Brigade
- Brigade Commander - 582 Infantry Brigade
- Deputy General Officer Commanding - 64 Infantry Division
- Brigadier General Staff - 1 Corps
- Deputy General Officer Commanding - 24 Infantry Division
Training and Courses:
- Officer Cadet Course – Sri Lanka Military Academy (Intake SC3)
- Young Officer Course
- Platoon Commander Course
- Battalion Training Instructor Course
- Junior Command Course
- Potential Observers and Staff Officers Course - Kukulegaga
- Special Operations Platoon Course
- Arty Observation Course
- Unit Account Course
- National Defence College (ndc) - Qualified
Overseas Courses:
- Young Officer Course - Pakistan
- Junior Command Course - India
- Senior Command Course - India
- Protection of Civilians Training of Trainers - Malaysia
- Disaster Management Course - Indonesia
Operations Participated:
- Operation Kingfisher
- Rescue Mission Operation - Mandaitivu
- Operation Riviresa
- Operation Jayasikuru
- Rescue Mission Operation - Kilinochchi
Honors and Awards:
In recognition of his gallantry, service, and dedication, Major General Priyanga Kulatilaka has been decorated with the following medals:
- East Humanitarian Operation Medal
- North Humanitarian Operation Medal
- Purna Bhumi Padakkama
- Riviresa Campaign Service Medal
- North and East Operations Medal
- Independence Anniversary Medals (including the 50thand 75th)
- Long Service Medal
- Sewabhimani Medal
Personal Life:
Major General Priyanga Kulatilaka is married to Mrs. Akila Nawarathna, and they are blessed with one daughter and one son.
