02nd June 2023 16:59:04 Hours
The 15th anniversary of the 61 Infantry Division Headquarters of the Security Forces (West) was celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour on 29 and 30 May 2023, at the headquarters premises in Boossa. The two-day event saw a range of activities that served as a testament to the unwavering dedication and commitment of the troops stationed there.
31st May 2023 14:39:43 Hours
Lieutenant Colonel S M P S Samarasinghe RSP USP SLSR assumed duties as Staff Officer 1 (Admin) of Security Force Headquarters (West) on 31 May 2023, an auspicious time with the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem.
30th May 2023 16:10:21 Hours
On the morning hours of 30 May 2023, a sudden fire erupted in a private furniture shop in the Meegoda area. The situation quickly escalated, and there was an urgent need for assistance to control the fire before it caused more damage to the surrounding areas.
30th May 2023 09:36:27 Hours
The Wayamba Training Institute in collaboration with 1 Sri Lanka National Guard troops recently organized a workshop themed “Haritha Niyamuwo” (green pioneers), which was held at the Wayamba Training Institute premises in Wariyapola on 27 May 2023 with the participation of 70 students from Konwewa Maha Vidyalaya and R.G.Senanayaka Maha Vidyalaya (National School) in the Kurunegala District.
30th May 2023 09:33:41 Hours
Troops of the 16 Battalion Gajaba Regiment under the 143 Infantry Brigade of Security Forces (West) recently assisted in a two-day training workshop on 'Leadership' for the 23 prefects of Siri Sujatha College in Chilaw. The workshop was conducted on 20 and 21 May 2023, at the school premises, as per the request made by the school authorities.
29th May 2023 18:13:22 Hours
During 12 – 26 May 2023, the troops of 142 Infantry Brigade of Security Forces (West), in collaboration with police personnel and respective MOH offices, conducted a series of dengue prevention campaigns covering several areas of the Western province. The aim of these campaigns was to reduce the incidence of dengue fever, which had become a major public health issue in the country.
26th May 2023 18:48:59 Hours
In line with the 14th National War Heroes Day as well as the up-coming 15 Divisional Day celebration of 61 Infantry Division, the old boys of Colombo Royal College,in collaboration with the old students of the University of Sri Jayawardenepura , organized a programme to distribute free school exercise books under the "Ranaviru Abhinandana Puja 2023' for the children of the other ranks and civil servants who are serving in 61 Infantry Division Headquarters in Boossa.
23rd May 2023 17:01:51 Hours
The Lieutenant to Captain Promotion examination will be started on 05 June 2023. Prior to the examination, there was a refresher course has been scheduled from 23 to 26 May 2023 at the Regimental Headquarters of Sri Lanka Army Corps of Engineer Services lecture hall – Army Cantonment Panagoda.
22nd May 2023 16:41:44 Hours
The Praveen Challenge Trophy Elle Tournament -2023 was a thrilling event that took place on 20 May 2023, at the Bangadeniya Karukkuliya college playground. The tournament was organized by the Bangagiriya Challenges Sports Club and featured four teams, including the Sri Lanka Army Elle team.
18th May 2023 11:32:42 Hours
Security Forces Headquarters (West) troops listened to another invaluable lecture that was initiated by the Army Hospital, Colombo, themed "Healthy Army-Healthy Nation." The lecture got underway on 17 May 2023, at the Regimental Centre, Corps of Engineer Service Regiment lecture hall, Army Cantonment, Panagoda.