15th February 2024 11:00:23 Hours
Major General S W M Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, the Commander Security Forces (West), made an official visit to 14 Infantry Division Headquarters and its under command Brigades and Battalions on 12th February 2024.
Subsequently, the Commander who was honored with a Guard Turnout at the 14 Infantry Division Headquarters was warmly welcomed by the General Officer commanding of 14 Infantry Division, Brigade Commanders and Commanding Officers at their esteemed locations. Thereby, comprehensive briefings on role and tasks and the present situation of the respective AOR were done by General Officer Commanding and also the Brigade Commanders of respective Brigades with the participation of their Commanding Officers. Meanwhile, the Commander Security Forces (West) was visited 141 Infantry Brigade, 142 Infantry Brigade, 144 Infantry Brigade, 2 Battalion of Sri Lanka Light Infantry and 8 Battalion of Sri Lanka Light Infantry.
Addressing the troops during this visit, the West Commander emphasized the importance of the discipline of the soldiers, man management, how to perform duties in this tense situation, Security of the camps. As well as he appreciated the commitment of troops who rendered their potential service in the past and present scenarios.
The General Officer Commanding of 14 Infantry Division Major General K A W N H Bandaranayake USP, Brigade Commanders, Brigadier General Staff, Brigadier Admin and Quartering, Staff Officers of Security Forces (West) and several Staff Officers of 14 Infantry Division accompanied the West Commander during the visit.
