NEWLY APPOINTED COMMANDER SECURITY FORCES (WEST) ASSUMES DUTIES

Major General U. D. Wijesekera RWP RSP USP rcds psc, assumed office as the 14th Commander of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 17 August 2023.

The newly appointed Commander Security Forces (West) was awarded with a Guard Turnout and a Guard of Honour by the troops of the Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers soon after his arrival at the premises, in accordance with military traditions.

After the formal military honours, Major General U. D. Wijesekera RWP RSP USP rcds psc, auspiciously took over duties amidst religious observances and placed his signature in an official document to signify the acceptance of his new office. Thereafter, the new West Commander planted a sapling in front of the main office complex to mark the assumption of duties and participated in a group photograph.

After the formalities, Major General U. D. Wijesekera RWP RSP USP rcds psc, addressed the troops, emphasizing the significance of discipline and its integral role in achieving success. He shared his vision for the command and outlined his goals, inspiring the troops to work towards common objectives. In an effort to build camaraderie and forge connections with the troops, the newly appointed West Commander also participated in an All Rank tea.

Later in the day, the staff officers of Security Forces Headquarters (West) provided a comprehensive briefing to the new West Commander. This briefing covered their respective duties and responsibilities, as well as the current deployment status. By gaining a thorough understanding of the command's operations, Major General U. D. Wijesekera RWP RSP USP rcds psc was able to familiarize himself with the tasks at hand. To conclude the day’s events, the Commander and his staff officers participated in a communal lunch.

The General Officer Commandings of 61 and 14 Infantry Divisions, Brigade Commanders, Directors and Centre Commandants of the relevant Headquarters located inside the Army cantonment Panagoda, Commanding Officers, Staff Officers and Other Ranks of the Security Forces Headquarters (West) participated in the day’s ceremony.