06th October 2022 19:21:11 Hours
To develop the fighting power of the Infantry, it requires enhancing a physical component and combat power by increase the manpower, equipment, training and readiness. In present day context military training is paramount important for maintain operational readiness. Accordingly, keeping that on view, with the direction of Commander Security Force (Wanni) Major General C D Ranasinghe RWP RSP, the Special Reserve Platoon Course - 02 conducted at BTS, Pampaimadu from 22 Aug 2022 to 03 Oct 2022. The course comprises with 6 X platoon contributed by 21, 53, 54, 56, 62 and 65 Divisions.
The curriculum at the course included lectures and practical sessions on handling of GPS, Marshal Arts, Self Defense Methods, Unarmed Combat, VIP Protection, Introduction of Explosives and Demolition, Handling of Weapons, Search and Rescue operations, Firing, Rules of Engagements, Special Operation Procedures and Internal Security. The closing remarks of the course were done by Major General C D Ranasinghe RWP RSP Commander Security Forces (Wanni) with the participation of GOC 56 Infantry Division, Senior Officers and Officers. During awarding ceremony following Officers and Other Ranks were awarded trophies.
Best Platoon - 54 Infantry Division
Best 8 Man Team - 2nd Section of 54 Infantry Division
Best Platoon Commander - O/71539 Lt U M T K De Silva GR - 20 GR
All-rounder - S/10F 02062 Cpl Premasiri WANU - 10 GW
Best Shooter - S/831134 Pte Sadarawan UVA - 2 MIR
Best Physical - S/487386 Pte Amarasena DVSN - 9 GR
