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To be an effective instrument to the Government Endeavour to cultivate national harmony in Jaffna Peninsula through uplifting the physical quality of life and spiritual value of the people.
To be an effective instrument to the Government Endeavour to cultivate national harmony in Jaffna Peninsula through uplifting the physical quality of life and spiritual value of the people.
14th June 2023 16:09:55 Hours
Major General SRK Hettiarachchi RWP RSP VSV USP ndu psc assumed duties as the 30th Commander of Security Forces (Jaffna) on 12th June 2023.
In accordance with military traditions, Major General SRK Hettiarachchi RWP RSP VSV USP ndu psc reviewed the Guard Turnout and received the salute of the Guard of Honour, presented by the troops of the Sri Lanka Light Infantry, after his arrival at the SFHQ (J) premises. He placed his signature in the first document to mark assuming duties, amidst chanting of Seth Pirith in the presence of General Officer Commanding of 51, 52, 55 Infantry Divisions, and Senior Staff Officers of Security Forces Headquarters Jaffna.
Religious dignitaries of Hindu, Catholic and Islam were also present during the taking over formalities and blessed him for his new appointment. He planted a mango sapling making his appointment as the Commander Security Forces (Jaffna) and was followed a group photograph.
Later, new Jaffna Commander attended the commemoration of fallen War Heroes of the Armed Forces and floral tribute was offered to those heroes at the Palaly War Heroes' Monument with the participation of Senior Officers and Other Ranks.
