22nd August 2024 12:19:30 Hours
Colonel B D T D Jayarathne psc assumed duties as the Colonel General Staff of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 21 August 2024 on an auspicious time having the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem.
20th August 2024 16:38:46 Hours
Under the exceptional leadership and guidance of Brigadier R. R. De S. Dharmawickrema RSP, the 141 Infantry Brigade organized an engaging multi-sport tournament to foster sportsmanship, camaraderie, and unity among its troops. This well-received event took place over several days and featured a diverse array of competitions, including Carrom, Chess, Daam, Volleyball, and Tug of War.
17th August 2024 21:17:17 Hours
Under the esteemed leadership of Major General SWM Fernando RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, Commander of Security Forces (West), the Directorate of Legal Services, Human Rights, and Humanitarian Law took the initiative to organize a lecture at the Army Gymnasium Panagoda on 16 August 2024. The session, led by Attorney-at-Law Mr. KS Harshan Perera, was attended by 50 officers and 1400 other rankers from the under-command divisions, Brigades, affiliated Battalions, and regimental centers within the Army Cantonment Panagoda.
16th August 2024 14:07:18 Hours
Under the guidance of Major General KHMS Wikramaratne RSP, General Officer Commanding 61 Infantry Division, a Special Basic Outboard Motor Boat and Oar Boat Training Course was arranged to train 4 X 64 Officers and Other Ranks from 9 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment, 2 (V) Gemunu Watch and 3 (V) Gemunu Watch. The training took place at the Army Engineers' Training School in Embilipitiya in two phases, with approval from the Directorate of Training and under the supervision of the Commander 613 Infantry Brigade.
13th August 2024 12:14:29 Hours
Lieutenant Colonel R A C Rupasinghe ato assumed duties as the Staff Officer I (Logistic) of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 12 August 2024, an auspicious time with the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem.
09th August 2024 08:44:31 Hours
Under the instructions of the Commander of the 142 Infantry Brigade and the supervision of the Civil Affairs Officer, the maintenance work for the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya began on 24 July 2024, in preparation for the 74th Esala Maha Perahera Festival. This initiative aims to ensure the temple is in optimal condition for the significant religious event which draws numerous devotees and visitors. The maintenance efforts, which continued until 6 August 2024, including cleaning, repairs, and enhancements to the temple grounds and facilities. This contribution reflects the brigade's commitment to supporting and preserving cultural and religious traditions in the community.
08th August 2024 10:19:29 Hours
A lecture on gender-based society aimed at reducing violence against women in government institutions by promoting equality and justice for both men and women was conducted by Chief Inspector Yesmin Raani, Officer in Charge of the Child and Women’s Bureau of Athurugiriya Police Station. The event was held at the 2nd Battalion, Sri Lanka Army Pioneer Corps lecture hall on 31 July 2024, with the participation of 6 X 89 Officers and Other Ranks from the 144 Infantry Brigade and its subordinate battalions.
31st July 2024 08:52:13 Hours
On 24 July 2024, a comprehensive Leadership Training Program was successfully conducted for 148 students of Jinarathana Maha Vidyalaya in Galle. The event took place from 0830 hrs to 1230 hrs at the school premises and was part of the annual program.
23rd July 2024 17:18:29 Hours
Lt Col N W D A Nanayakkara RSP USP assumed duties as the Staff Officer I (Procurement) of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 23 July 2024 on an auspicious time having the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem.
22nd July 2024 23:29:47 Hours
Under the direction and guidance of the General Officer Commanding the 14 Infantry Division, Major General KAWNH Bandaranayake USP, and the Deputy General Officer Commanding Major General KAU Kodituwakku RSP USP psc IG, the division recently conducted a 3-day training program for Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs) in the under-commanded Infantry Brigades and Battalions from 17 to 19 July 2024.
