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  • 70TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS

    15th December 2025 16:14:00 Hours

    The Sri Lanka Armoured Corps proudly commemorated its 70th Anniversary on 15 December 2025 at the Rock House Camp premises. In view of the recent natural disaster faced by the country, the programme was conducted in a modified and dignified manner, reflecting both restraint and respect. The occasion was graced by the Director General General Staff of the Sri Lanka Army and the Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Armoured Corps Major General P R Pathiravithana USAWC psc, as the Chief Guest along with the President of the Armour Ladies’ Club Mrs. Summangali Pathiravithana.

  • ANNUAL PIRITH CHANTING OF SLAC

    11th December 2025 16:52:03 Hours

    Sri Lanka Armoured Corps conducted its annual Pirith Chanting and Alms Giving ceremony on 10 and 11 December 2025 in commemoration of the Corps’ 70th Anniversary. The Colonel Commandant and Director General General Staff of the Sri Lanka Army Major General Ravi Pathiravithana USAWC psc, graced the event along with the President of the Armour Ladies Club Mrs. Sumangali Pathiravithana. A large number of senior officers, officers, soldiers, and members of the Armour Ladies Club also participated, making the occasion both dignified and spiritually meaningful.

  • SRI LANKA ARMOURED CORPS HOLDS MULTI-RELIGIOUS FLAG BLESSING CEREMONY FOR 70TH ANNIVERSARY

    09th December 2025 18:41:17 Hours

    The Sri Lanka Armoured Corps conducted its Multi-Religious Flag Blessing Ceremony on 9 December 2025 at the Rock House Camp premises in commemoration of the Corps’ 70th Anniversary. Clergy representing all major religions invoked blessings on the Corps flags, symbolizing unity, strength, and the proud heritage of seven decades of dedicated service. During the ceremony, special prayers were also offered for all officers and soldiers of the Corps who made the supreme sacrifice or were wounded during the internal conflict of the country.

  • CEREMONIAL FAREWELL ACCORDED TO TWO RETIRING MAJOR GENERALS AT HOME OF ARMOUR

    29th October 2025 09:16:03 Hours

    A series of farewell events were held to honour Major General W A S R Wijedasa WWV RSP USP ndc psc and Major General K A D S K Dharmasena RWP, who gracefully retired from distinguished service in the Sri Lanka Army after completing their illustrious military careers.

  • SRI LANKA ARMOURED CORPS HONOURS RETIRING BRIGADIER P N WIJESIRIWARDENA RSP USP WITH MILITARY FAREWELL

    30th September 2025 17:48:14 Hours

    The Sri Lanka Armoured Corps ceremonially bade a farewell to Brigadier P N Wijesiriwardena RSP USP, who retired on 30 September 2025 after 34 years of distinguished service. The proceedings at the Home of Armour, Rock House Camp included a Guard Turnout, a Farewell Parade, a tea party and a Farewell Dinner attended by the Colonel Commandant, Major General P R Pathiravithana USAWC psc, Senior Officers, Officers and their spouses.

  • 33RD COMMEMORATION OF LATE LIEUTENANT GENERAL DENZIL KOBBEKADUWA

    08th August 2025 00:00:00 Hours

    The 33rd Commemoration of the late Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa was held on 8 August 2025 at the Denzil Kobbekaduwa Memorial Statue in Anuradhapura. The event was graced by the Director General General Staff of the Sri Lanka Army and Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Armoured Corps, Major General P R Pathiravithana USAWC psc, as the Chief Guest. Madam Lali Kobbekaduwa, together with members of the Kobbekaduwa family, attended as special invitees. Council Members, Senior Officers, Commanding Officers, and other SLAC officers were also present, alongside invitees from the Police, Sister Services, and other military establishments in the Anuradhapura area.

  • COLONEL COMMANDANT'S MAIDEN OFFICIAL VISIT TO THE ARMOURED BRIGADE AND 1 SLAC

    17th July 2025 16:14:48 Hours

    The Director General General Staff of the Sri Lanka Army and Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Armoured Corps, Major General P R Pathiravithana USAWC psc, undertook his maiden official visit to the Armoured Brigade and 1 SLAC on 17 July 2025.

  • MAJOR GENERAL PR PATHIRAVITHANA USAWC psc ASSUMES DUTIES AS THE 16TH COLONEL COMMANDANT OF SLAC

    20th June 2025 08:53:11 Hours

    The Sri Lanka Armoured Corps proudly welcomed Major General P R Pathiravithana USAWC psc as the 16th Colonel Commandant of the Regiment on 20 June 2025.

  • FAREWELL TO THE 15TH COLONEL COMMANDANT

    12th June 2025 23:04:07 Hours

    The Sri Lanka Armoured Corps bid a glamorous farewell to its 15th Colonel Commandant, Major General M S Devapriya USP ndc, on 12 June 2025, marking the end of an exceptional chapter in the Corps' proud history.

  • SRI LANKA ARMOURED CORPS CYCLE TOUR 2025

    24th May 2025 15:17:34 Hours

    In a spirited display of unity, fitness, and camaraderie, the cyclists of the Sri Lanka Armoured Corps embarked on an exhilarating cycle tour on Sunday, 24 May 2025. The journey commenced from Boralesgamuwa and concluded at RHQ SLAOC, Dombagoda, bringing together officers, families, and friends for a memorable ride through scenic routes. The event was more than just a physical challenge — it was a celebration of regimental pride and togetherness