31st December 2023 14:54:04 Hours
As per the conceptual guidanceof the Commander, Security Forces (East) Major General Prasanna Gunaratne RSP ndu psc IG, SFHQ (East) has taken an initiative to teach each other’s languages to Sinhala and Tamil speaking students in the East.The first phase of the initiative started off a month ago with the starting of Tamil Language Course for Sinhala Students at Nelumwewa Maha Vidyalaya, Welikanda. The second phase started off on 30th December 2023 at R.K.M Vidyalaya Kokadichole with the participation of 103 students from R.K.M Vidyalaya and Muthalaikudha Maha Vidyalaya, Kokadichole. These 103 students will learn Sinhala Language for a period of 6 months starting from January 2024.
29th December 2023 09:33:28 Hours
Embarking on the journey of constructing a home for an army soldier is a noble and rewarding endeavor. Soldiers sacrifice a great deal for their country, and providing them with a comfortable and secure place to call home is a meaningful way to express gratitude.
24th December 2023 19:32:41 Hours
In a heartwarming display of camaraderie and festive spirit, Eastern Command transformed into a heaven of joy and music this Christmas and 2024 New Year season. Nearly 300 of crowd including Soldiers and their families came together to stage a spectacular Christmas musical show, spreading cheer and creating lasting memories in the unique setting of a military base.
23rd December 2023 15:20:14 Hours
In an extraordinary convergence of discipline, determination, and leadership the school prefects from 11 schools in the security forces East AOR who recently participated in a two-day leadership training program conducted at Battalion Training School of 23 Infantry Division, emerged not just as students, but as future leaders.
22nd December 2023 09:00:33 Hours
In a unique and unprecedented initiative taken by Commander Security Forces (East) Major General Prasanna Gunaratne RSP ndu psc IG; 23 Infantry Division has conducted a groundbreaking leadership training program for school prefects from Sinhala, Tamil and Muslim backgrounds selected from 11 schools within the Security Forces (East) AOR. The basic objective of this program is to draw inspiration from military principles to instill discipline, teamwork, and effective leadership skills among young children in the area. Further, it is objected to help identify strengths and weaknesses of students, and improve effective communication skills among others.
30th November 2023 10:46:18 Hours
Major General Prasanna Gunaratne RSP ndu psc IG, the Eastern Commander called on Bishop of Batticaloa Rt. Rev Joseph Ponniah on today (29 Nov) at Bishop House of Batticaloa.
24th November 2023 13:39:08 Hours
As an initiative suggested by Major General Prasanna Gunaratne RSP ndu psc IG, the Commander, Security Forces (East), troops of 233 Infantry Brigade organized an event to distributed nutrients dry ration packs among 80 pregnant mothers on Thursday (23Nov) at a simple ceremony held at Welikanda Cultural Centre.
22nd November 2023 08:22:42 Hours
As per the conceptual guidance of the Commander, Security Forces (East) Major General Prasanna Gunaratne RSP ndu psc IG, SF HQ (East) has taken an initiative to teach each other’s languages to Sinhala and Tamil-speaking students in the East. Accordingly, 200 students from Nelumwewa Maha Vidyalaya and Sinhapura Maha Vidyalaya have been selected to attend a Tamil language programme for a period of one year. The Opening Ceremony of the programme was held on 21 November 2023 at Nelumwewa Maha Vidyalaya. The Commander Security Forces (East) Major General Prasanna Gunaratne graced the occasion as the chief guest accompanied by Major General KVNP Premaratne RSP USP psc, General Officer Commanding - 23 Infantry Division.
20th November 2023 07:58:36 Hours
Major General Prasanna Gunaratne RSP ndu psc IG the Commander, Security Forces (East) was the Chief Guest at the Sinhala Language Diploma Awarding Ceremony for the Tamil speaking youths held at Oddamawadi National School on 18 November 2023.
08th November 2023 08:56:07 Hours
The Battalion Training Course of the 4th Gamunu Watch started with 9 Officers and 286 Other Ranks at the Battalion Training School in Punani on 18 September 2023. The course was concluded on 06 November 2023 with a highly successful note.
