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  • NEW BRIGADIER ADMIN & QUARTERING ASSUMES OFFICE

    16th October 2024 12:31:46 Hours

    Brigadier K L Munasinghe USP assumed duties as the Brigadier Admin & Quartering of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 16 October 2024 on an auspicious time having the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem

  • COMPREHENSIVE FLOOD RELIEF OPERATIONS BY THE 14 INFANTRY DIVISION TROOPS

    15th October 2024 15:57:32 Hours

    In times of natural disasters, the military’s role extends beyond defence, venturing into humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. The 14 Infantry Division, renowned for its strategic capabilities, recently showcased its commitment to safeguarding civilians through extensive flood relief operations.

  • TROOPS’ SOCIAL COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

    14th October 2024 15:22:20 Hours

    In a significant move to promote environmental sustainability, the 57 Infantry Division recently launched a tree planting initiative, coincide with the celebration of 75th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Army.

  • WEST TROOPS CONTRIBUTE TO DISASTER RELIEF OPERATIONS

    13th October 2024 23:43:28 Hours

    As per the guidance of the Commander, Security Forces (West), Major General Lanka Amarapala RWP RSP ndc psc, west troops have been actively involved in emergency flood relief services in response to the heavy rains that affected in the Security Forces (West) AOR.

  • THE NEWLY APPOINTED GENERAL OFFICER COMMANDING 61 INFANTRY DIVISION TAKING OVER DUTIES

    13th October 2024 22:10:05 Hours

    Brigadier KTP De Silva RSP ndu psc of Sri Lanka Light Infantry assumed office as the 21st General Officer Commanding (GOC), 61 Infantry Division on 11 October 2024 amidst religious blessings and military formalities at the 61 Infantry Division Headquarters in Boossa.

  • TROOPS BID FAREWELL TO GENERAL OFFICER COMMANDING OF 61 INFANTRY DIVISION

    10th October 2024 12:32:47 Hours

    In honour of outgoing General Officer Commanding of 61 Infantry Division, Major General K H M S Wickamaratne RSP, a formal farewell was organized at 61 Infantry Division Headquarters’, Boossa on 08 October 2024 at the relinquishment of his office.

  • NEW STAFF OFFICER II (LOG - SUPPLY & MAINTENANCE) ASSUMES OFFICE

    10th October 2024 11:31:14 Hours

    Major H M T Chandanayake USP assumed duties as Staff Officer ll (Log - Supply & Maintenance) of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 02 October 2024 on an auspicious time having the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem.

  • NEW COLONEL (ADMIN & QUARTERING) ASSUMED DUTIES AT SF HQ (WEST)

    04th October 2024 18:24:17 Hours

    Colonel H.B.C. Mahendra ptsc assumed duties as the Colonel (Admin & Quartering) of Security Force Headquarters (West) on 01 October 2024 on auspicious time having the blessing of Noble Triple Gem.

  • CHILDREN’S DAY CELEBRATION OF 141 INFANTRY BRIGADE

    03rd October 2024 09:54:46 Hours

    In celebration of World Children’s day, on the conceptual guidance of Brigadier R R de S Dharmawickrema RSP, the Commander of the 141 Infantry Brigade, the 6th Regiment of Sri Lanka Artillery and the 8th Battalion of Sri Lanka Light Infantry distributed lunch and stationary packs among 40 kids at the Vihara Maha Devi Preschool, Nittambuwa and 24 children at Isuru Children's Home, Siyambalape on 01 October 2024. In addition, a special musical programme to entertain the children was organized at the end of the event making the day memorable for children.

  • COMMANDING OFFICER 9TH BATTALION SRI LANKA NATIONAL GUARD ASSUMES DUTIES

    10th September 2024 08:12:06 Hours

    Major T S P Kumara RSP SLNG assumed duties as the 14th Commanding Officer of the 9th Battalion Sri Lanka National Guard on 03 August 2024. The newly appointed Commanding Officer was awarded with a Guard Turnout and a Parade by the troops of the 9th Battalion Sri Lanka National Guard soon after his arrival at the premises, in accordance with military traditions.