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09th December 2024 10:15:22 Hours
On 05th of December 2024, the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock bid a heartfelt farewell to its 3rd Colonel Commandant, Major General S A Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc, a leader whose distinguished career and excellence and exemplary service rendered to the betterment of this Corps. With a legacy built on steadfast leadership, dedication, and visionary guidance, Major General Kulatunge leaving behind a trail of significant contributions and a well-fortified foundation for future progress.
The day’s proceedings commenced with a solemn Guard Turnout, marking the arrival of the outgoing Colonel Commandant at the Regimental Centre. A moment of grandeur and military precision unfolded as the Parade was held in his honor, a vibrant display of discipline and respect. The Colourful ceremonial parade was meticulously reviewed by Major General Kulatunge, accompanied by the Centre Commandant, Brigadier T M S J Tennakoon RSP.
Major General Kulatunge addressed all ranks, offering his reflections on his tenure and expressing his deep gratitude for the unwavering dedication and commitment shown by both officers and other ranks. It was followed by a hearty All-Ranks tea, where officers, soldiers gathered to share in the camaraderie of the occasion and collective pride of the SLACAL family.
The highlight of the evening was the Farewell Dinner hosted at the Officers' Mess of the Sri Lanka Light Infantry, a lavish affair attended by the Corps’ officers and their spouses. The dinner, a perfect blend of military formality and heartfelt warmth, was punctuated by speeches of admiration and well-wishes for his future endeavors.
05th December 2024 16:51:03 Hours
18th November 2024 16:35:27 Hours
The 9th Regimental Council Meeting of Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture & Livestock was held on 18 November 2024 at the Directorate of Agriculture & Livestock Conference Hall-Panagoda. Commander Security Forces (East) and Colonel Commandant of Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock, Major General SA Kualathunga RWP RSP VSV USP psc, presided over the council meeting.
Major General AMKGPSK Abeysinghe Major General TC Peiris RSP USP, Major General EMGA Ambanpola, Brigadier BN Madanayake RWP RSP, Regimental Centre Commandant of SLACAL—Brigadier TMSJ Thennakoon RSP, Brigadier YKS Rangika psc ptsc, Brigadier MAS Weligama, Colonel D I A Perera RSP USP, Colonel NC Lokugalapaththi IG, Colonel DMDA Dhanasekara, and Lieutenant Colonel KS Thalagala USP were joined with the Council Meeting as council members. During the meeting, they discussed officer-related matters, general matters, admin matters, and logistic matters and concluded with important decisions relevant to the SLACAL Regiment.
31st October 2024 16:36:31 Hours
The closing address of Spiritual Biodynamic Agriculture Field Assistant Course (NVQ-III) No - 26 was held on 28 October 2024 at the School of Agriculture & Livestock (Kilinochchi).
Commandant, School of Agriculture & Livestock, Major WTU Perera SLACAL, graced the occasion and conducted the closing address for the course. The course began on 19 July 2024, and eight students registered for it from various regiments. S/6500292 Sgt Pushpakumara M H K was awarded first place based on the best overall performances in the course. The course curriculum included the Fundamentals of Agriculture, Crop Science, Animal Husbandry, Food Science & Technology, Agriculture Engineering and Field Practicals.
Senior officers/ officers and other instructors of the School of Agriculture & Livestock participated in the event. This course uplifts and enhances the basic agriculture knowledge of the other ranks in the Sri Lanka Army.
23rd September 2024 21:36:18 Hours
The Regimental Centre Commandant of Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock, Brigadier T M S J Tennakoon RSP made a formal visit to 2 (V) Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock, on 23 September 2024.
The Regimental Centre Commandant was accorded a drive pass and welcomed by the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel S D D Rasika Kumara psc SLAC. The Regimental Centre Commandant was briefed on the administrative functioning of the 2(V) SLACAL by the Commanding Officer. After the briefing, Centre Commandant conducted a discussion with the Commanding officer on current administrative issues and areas to be improved with the participation of Deputy Centre Commandant and the Grade 1 officers who hold the appointments as branch heads of the Regimental Centre.
Finally, the Centre Commandant addressed the troops and the ceremony concluded with the field visit of the camp premises.
13th September 2024 23:09:42 Hours
Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture & Livestock bid farewell to the fourth Centre Commandant of SLACAL Brigadier KASK Siriwardana RWP RSP USP on 13 September 2024.
Farewell formalities were held in their customary way at the SLACAL Regimental Centre Karandeniya, Ambalangoda. A Guard turnout and a farewell parade were accorded to the Brigadier KASK Siriwardana RWP RSP USP by the troops of the Regiment. Then he posed in group photograph with all officers and senior NCOs. During the troops address, he shared his thoughts on how this regiment was upgraded during his period and thanked all who supported the uplift of this regiment to the present standard. After that, the outgoing center commandant participated in all rank tea.
Deputy Centre Commandant of SLACAL Colonel NC Lokugalappaththi IG, Commanding Officers, senior officers, officers, and all ranks of SLACAL participated in the event to pay tribute to the outgoing Centre Commandant. All officers and other ranks congratulated Brigadier KASK Siriwardana RWP RSP USP for a happy retirement.
25th August 2024 11:57:44 Hours
Major S M L Prasad SLACAL assumed duties as fifth Regimental Adjutant of the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock Regimental Centre, Karandeniya on 15 August 2024.
25th August 2024 11:54:52 Hours
Major WTU Perera SLACAL assumed duties as the Overlooking Commandant of School of Agriculture and Livestock at Murukkandi, on 22 August 2024.
02nd August 2024 10:54:14 Hours
Commander Security Forces (East) and Colonel Commandant of Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock Major General SA Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc formally visited 1 SLACAL Nochchiyagama on 28 June 2024.
Lt Col RWMRMN Rathnayake RSP psc IG, the Commanding Officer warmly welcomed Major General SA Kulathunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc on arrival, and a subsequent ceremonial guard turnout was awarded at the entrance in accordance with military formalities. Then he planted a sapling and appeared for a group photograph to mark his visit to 1 SLACAL.
Subsequently, the commanding officer conducted a comprehensive briefing on the state of administration, general, and log matters. After that, Major General SA Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc participated in the all-rank tea, and then he addressed the troops. Later, Colonel Commandant visited the camp area and ORs accommodation area to inspect.
Afterwards, Colonel Commandant visited Army Farm Nirawiya, Army Farm Maho and Army Farm Balalla. The Centre Commandant Brigadier KASK Siriwardana RWP RSP USP also took part in the program.
15th July 2024 12:50:08 Hours
Commander Security Forces (East) and Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock, Major General SA Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc, paid his first visit to the 4th Volunteer Battalion of Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture & Livestock on 26 and 27 June 2024.
The Colonel Commandant was warmly welcomed by the Commanding Officer of 4 (V) SLACAL, Lieutenant Colonel ED Jayawarana USP SLAC, and a ceremonial guard turnout was awarded at the entrance in accordance with military formalities. Col Comdt planted a sapling in the camp to mark his visit to 4(V) SLACAL, followed by a comprehensive briefing by the commanding officer. Col Comdt inspected the camp area and mango chutney project. After that, he addressed the troops and then participated in the all-rank tea.
Afterward, Colonel Commandant Major General SA Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc visited Army Farm Adiyapuliyankulam, Army Farm Manikfarm, and Army Farm Wellankulam to inspect those.
On the evening of June 27, 2024, Maj Gen SA Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc visited to inspect Army farms Iranamadu and Pudukuduirippu. The Centre Commandant Brigadier KASK Siriwardana RWP RSP USP also took part in the program.
