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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

  • Newly Appointed 512 Brigade Commander Assumed Duties

    23rd August 2023 17:16:42 Hours

    The most recently appointed, Commander of the 512 Infantry Brigade, Brigadier HAI Perera RWP RSP USP of Sinha Regiment assumed duties as the 27th Brigade Commander on 21st August 2023 at his office in Jaffna.

  • 55 Infantry Division’s New GOC Assumed Duties

    18th August 2023 19:28:19 Hours

    The most recently appointed General Officer Commanding of 55 Infantry Division, Major General RKNC Jayawardena RSP ndc of Sri Lanka Light Infantry assumed duties on 17th August 2023 at his office in Divisional Headquarters in Kilinochchi.

  • Indian Peace Keeping War Heroes Commemorated in Jaffna

    15th August 2023 16:16:16 Hours

    Fallen war heroes of the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) during operations against LTTE terrorists from 1987 to 1990 in Sri Lanka were commemorated and their sacrifices were remembered at the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) Monument in Palaly on 15th July 2023.

  • Commander of 523 Infantry Brigade Assumed Duties

    13th August 2023 10:30:54 Hours

    The most recently appointed Commander of 523 Infantry Brigade, Colonel MBL Perera RSP USP psc of Gamunu Watch assumed duties on 04th August 2023 at his Office in Allarai. The formal military ceremony including Guard Turnout and addressing of Troops under command was held with the participation of all Commanding Officers, Officers belong to 523 Infantry Brigade.

  • Legendry War Hero, Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa and Other War Heroes Remembered

    09th August 2023 19:53:39 Hours

    The 31st death anniversary of the legendry military leader in the Sri Lankan Military History, Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa RWP RSP VSV USP rcdspscand several other military War Heroes were commemorated at Araly Point Monument, Kayts with the participation of the Commander Security Forces (Jaffna), Major General SRK Hettiarachchi RWP RSP VSV USP ndu psc and Senior Officers of Tri services on 08th August 2023. The ceremony was conducted under the supervision of the General Officer Commanding 51 Infantry Division Major General SWB Welagedara RSP VSV USP ndu.

    The day’s proceedings instigated with a two-minute silence observed in honour of the War Heroes who laid their lives for the motherland. Later, laying floral wreaths to the Araly Points Monument, Kayts took place by the Commander Security Forces (Jaffna), Major General SRK Hettiarachchi RWP RSP VSV USP ndu psc and Senior Officers of Tri Forces.

  • 55 Infantry Division General Officer Commanding Visits Redeployed 552 Infantry Brigade.

    04th August 2023 08:35:25 Hours

    Major General MKUP Gunaratne RSP ndu psc IG, General Officer Commanding 55 Infantry Division made an official visit to the recently redeployed 552 Infantry Brigade at Poonaryn on 25 July 2023. Moreover, he visited 22 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment and 2 Sri Lanka National Guard, both battalions performing duties under the 552 Infantry Brigade. Further, General Officer Commanding addressed the troops and visited the camp area.

  • 553 Infantry Brigade Launches Comprehensive Drug Prevention Programme to Safeguard Troops and Enhance Operational Effectiveness

    30th June 2023 07:46:15 Hours

    In a proactive effort to tackle the persistent challenge of substance abuse among military personnel, the 553 Infantry Brigade have introduced an extensive drug prevention programme on 28 June 2023 at the 55 Infantry Division Gymnasium aimed at safeguarding the well-being of the troops in Northern Peninsula. This groundbreaking initiative not only aims to protect military personnel from the adverse effects of drug abuse but also strives to enhance operational effectiveness by ensuring a drug-free environment within the ranks.

  • Yoga Workshop Conducted in Jaffna in Line with The International Yoga Day

    22nd June 2023 11:07:54 Hours

    In coinciding with the International Yoga Day, a series of yoga workshops was conducted with the supervision of Consulate General of India, Shri Raakesh Natraj in Jaffna peninsula on 21 June 2023. Commander Security Forces (Jaffna), Major General SRK Hettiarachchi RWP RSP VSV USP ndu psc, Brigade Commander of 512 Infantry Brigade, Brigadier LGJN Ariyathilake RWP RSP, Jaffna District Secretary A. Sivabalasundaram, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jaffna Professor S. Srisatkunarajah, government officials and over 1000 civilians participated in these workshops.

  • Jaffna Security Forces Headquarters Marks Its Anniversary Day

    21st June 2023 08:59:28 Hours

    Security Forces Headquarters (Jaffna), the premier military establishment in the North, proudly celebrated its 27th Anniversary on 19th June 2023 organizing a series of programmes with the participation of troops in Jaffna.

  • Commander Security Forces (Jaffna) Made His Maiden Visit to 52 Infantry Division

    19th June 2023 11:40:43 Hours

    Commander Security Forces (Jaffna), Major General SRK Hettiarachchi RWP RSP VSV USP ndu psc made his maiden visit to 52 Infantry Division Headquarters on 15th June 2023 after assuming his duties as the 30th Commander Security Forces (Jaffna).