23rd August 2024 08:36:33 Hours
1st Reconnaissance Regiment of Sri Lanka Armourd Corps honoured Major General SWM Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, outgoing Commander of Security Forces (West), with a Guard Turnout and Guard of Honour at the Security Forces Headquarters (West) in Panagoda on 21 August 2024.
23rd August 2024 08:23:46 Hours
On 20 August 2024 Commander Security Force (West) Major General SWM Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc addressed the troops of 14 Infantry Division and 61 Infantry Division, under command to Security Force Headquarters. Brigadier General Staff Security Forces (West) Brigadier BPGK Balasooriya RSP psc accompanied the Commander during the visit.
15th August 2024 13:24:18 Hours
Major General S W M Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, Commander Security Forces (West), undertook a significant field visit to 57 Infantry Division—Pangolla on 13 August 2024 and Brigadier General Staff and Brigadier Admin and Quartering accompanied the Commander during the visit. According to the instructions of Army Headquarters, the division was placed under command to Security Forces (West) on 12 August 2024. The importance of this visit cannot be overstated, as it signifies the beginning of a new chapter for the division.
26th July 2024 15:47:35 Hours
Major General S W M Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, the Commander Security Forces (West), officially visited 143 Infantry Brigade on 24 July 2024. Subsequently, the visiting Commander was honoured with a drive pass at the Brigade Headquarters in Puttlam. The Commander 143 Infantry Brigade Brigadier K A D T P Wimalasena RWP RSP warmly welcomed the Commander Security Forces (West) and senior officers. Thereby, comprehensive briefings on roles and tasks and the present situation of the respective AOR were added to the day's program. Meanwhile, the Commander Security Forces (West) planted saplings in the camp premises to mark his visit.
26th July 2024 15:43:19 Hours
As instructed by the Directorate of Training and under the guidance of the Commander Security Forces Headquarters (West), lecture was conducted on 23 July 2024 at Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps Lecture Hall to address various crimes and indiscipline among Army personnel. The Commander Security Forces Headquarters (West), Major General S W M Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, addressed the audience beginning of the program highlighting the importance of military soldiers' disciplines and conduct. Further, he highlighted the role and responsibility of Commanding Officers, essential appointments in the battalions, routine functions, and discipline of army personnel. Deputy Commander Security Forces Headquarters (West) Major General Y A B M Yahampath RWP RSP ndu psc, Brigadier General Staff, Brigadier B P G K Balasooriya RSP psc, and Brigadier Admin and Quatering Colonel S D N C de Silva, along with other senior officers, participated for this event. The Commanding Officer 1 Sri Lanka Corps of Military Police, Major V N M Jayasekara USP Lsc led the session. The lecture covered topics such as Organized Crime, Financial Fraud, Drug Use, Drug Trafficking, Child Abuse, Child Rape, and Online Gambling. There were 80 Senior Officers, including Commanding Officers from all affiliated and under command battalions, participated for this program.
12th July 2024 17:03:28 Hours
In a significant display of respect and camaraderie, three newly promoted senior officers, Major General R M P S B Rathnayake ndc Logistic Commander Security Forces (West), Major General K A U Kodituwakku RSP USP psc IG Deputy General Officer Commanding 14 Infantry Division and Brigadier R R de S Dharmawickrema RSP Commander 141 Infantry Brigade, paid a courtesy visit to the Commander Security Forces (West) Major General S W M Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, on 11 July 2024.
21st June 2024 23:28:41 Hours
On 20 June 2024, the Awasaya and Alms Hall consecration ceremony at Sri Vijayarama Temple in Nittambuwa took place. The event saw the participation of Major General SWM Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, the Commander of Security Forces (West).
19th June 2024 18:51:54 Hours
Recent monsoon rains severely affected the Waga area, impacting 35 children at Waga Sri Rathanasara Maha Vidyalaya on 01 June 2024. Major General Amal Karunasekera (Retired) who lives in that area informed Major General SWM Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc Commander of Security Forces (West) about the situation.
12th June 2024 14:56:00 Hours
Security Forces Headquarters (West) was officially visited on 11 June 2024, by Major General GMN Perera RWP RSP USP ndc, Quarter Master General, and Major General AK Rajapaksa RSP, Master General Ordnance. Major General SWM Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc, the Commander Security Forces (West), extended a hearty greeting to the Principal Staff Officers.
01st June 2024 11:36:56 Hours
The 61 Infantry Division prominently hosted a distinguished Diners' Club event on 28 May 2024 at the Banquet Hall of the Sri Lanka Light Infantry in Boossa. The event featured Major General SWM Fernando WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil, The Commander of Security Forces (West), as the Guest Speaker. He delivered an insightful lecture on 'Military Strategic Leadership Through Professionalism and Intellectualism.' The event, organized under the direction of Major General KHMS Wikramaratne RSP, the General Officer Commanding the 61 Infantry Division, emphasized enhancing officers' knowledge and confidence despite their demanding duties. The event was attended by 77 Officers, including the Deputy General Officer Commanding the 61 Infantry Division, Brigade Commanders, Commanding Officers, and other senior and junior officers, underscoring the event's significance and impact.
