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SECURITY FORCES HEADQUARTERS

(JAFFNA)

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.

Military Programmes

  • Jaffna Troops Commemorate Poson Festival

    07th June 2023 14:04:13 Hours

    To mark the Poson Poya Day, many programms were conducted under the instructions of Major General Prasanna Gunarathne, General Officer Commanding of 55 Infantry Division.

  • International Envioronment Day Marked in Jaffna

    07th June 2023 13:59:05 Hours

    In coinciding with the World Environment Day, 23rd Battalion of Gemunu Watch, under command to 55 Infantry Division, planted 25 coconut saplings on both sides of the A - 09 road in Muhamalei Area on 05th June 2023.

  • New Dispensary and the Medical Laboratory at Army Base Hospital Palaly Inaugurated

    02nd June 2023 11:01:06 Hours

    Newly constructed Dispensary and the Medical Laboratory ceremonially opened at the Palaly Army Base Hospital premises by Major General Swarna Bothota, the Commander Security Forces (Jaffna) on the invitation of Major LD Rathnaweera USP, the Commanding Officer of Army Base Hospital Palaly on29 May 2023 with the participation of Hospital Staff.

  • Military Farewell Held at Sfhq(J) for Outgoing Jaffna Commander

    01st June 2023 11:29:22 Hours

  • New Accommodation Block for the Senior Officers at Sfhq-Jaffna

    30th May 2023 18:10:56 Hours

    The Commander Security Forces (Jaffna), Major General Swarna Bothota opened the newly-built accommodation block for the Senior Officers at Security Forces Headquarters (Jaffna) on 29th May 2023 amidst blessings of all Officers during a simple ceremony at the auspicious time. Major General Swarna Bothota cut the ribbon and formally opened the accommodation block. Soon after the opening, the Commander, SF (J) spoke to a gathering of Army officers and shared couple of thoughts.

  • Jaffna Commander Visits Under Command Divisions

    20th May 2023 20:38:07 Hours

    The Commander Security Forces Jaffna, Major General Swarna Bothota visits 51, 52 and 55 Infantry Divisions on 16, 17 and 18 May 2023. He was warmly and honourly welcomed by the respective Division’s Commanders in their respective Headquarters following the military traditions and customs.

  • Military Honours Salute for Late Soldier Velupille Amaranadan

    15th May 2023 17:25:15 Hours

    S/71938 Velupille Amaranadan, who was born on 28th October 1934 residing at Kodikamam North Grama Niladhari Division was enlisted to the Sri Lanka Army on 04th July 1955 having studied at Chavakachcheri Tribad College until GCE (O/L)...

  • SFHQ (J) Organized Dhamma Sermons to Uplift Moral Development of Troops

    26th April 2023 17:46:41 Hours

    Troops under the Security Forces (Jaffna) organized a Dhamma Preaching Programme conducted by Ven. Balangoda Radha Thero, Chief Incumbent, Belihuloya SeelaSamahitha Yogasramaya under the conceptual guidance of the Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage on 26th April 2023 at the Cinema Hall, Security Forces Headquarters (Jaffna).

  • 553 Infantry Brigade Commander Assumes Duties

    25th April 2023 14:55:06 Hours

    Brigadier GSK Perera RSP from Commando Regiment assumed duties as the 20th Brigade Commander of the 553 Infantry Brigade under the Security Forcse Headquarters - Jaffna on 20th April 2023, during a simple ceremony with Buddhist religious observances at the 553 Infantry Brigade Headquarters, Periyapachchapalei.

  • New Year Gifts to Civilian Staff

    12th April 2023 12:21:29 Hours