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Security Forces Headquarters
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08th September 2022 16:26:56 Hours

WEST TROOPS ASSIST FOR ANOTHER CHARITABLE EVENT

The annual Esala Perahera of historic " Gatabaruwa Rajamaha Viharaya – kotapola in Matara district has been scheduled to be held from 06 to 11 September 2022 at 613 Infantry Brigade AOR under 61 Infantry Division of Security Forces (West).

Consequently, from 22 August to 6 September 2022, the temple was painted and renovated, including the chethiya and buildings, by a contingent of Army personnel from the 613 Infantry Brigade before its annual procession.

This charity programme was initiated under the guidance of the Commander 613 Infantry Brigade, Colonel K V I L Jayaveera USP and Officers and Other Ranks contributed their maximum assistance in order to carry out the procession successfully. Further, the materials and paints for the renovation process have been provided by the Gatabaruwa Rajamaha Viharaya.