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

Instructor Appointments:

• Chief Instructor - ACTC
• Directing Staff - DSCSC
• Officer Instructor - KDA
• Platoon Commander - CTS

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
• Brigade Coordinator - DSCSC, Battalanda
• Director 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
• Msc in Defence 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
• DisasterManagement Course - Kenya
• United States Army War College Course

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
• Sewa Bimani 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.