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11th December 2024 13:37:21 Hours
Major General UKDDP Udugama RWP RSP USP ndc psc, General Officer Commanding of the 22nd Infantry Division, assumed the esteemed position of Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture & Livestock (SLACAL) on 10 December at the Regimental Headquarters in Karandeniya during a dignified ceremony.
The General was warmly welcomed by Colonel PAR Wijerathna RWP RSP, the deputy center commandant of SLACAL, upon his arrival at the camp. A vibrant guard turnout preceded his entry. Subsequently, Brigadier TMSJ Tennakoon RSP, the Centre Commandant of SLACAL, welcomed the incoming Colonel Commandant and invited him to inspect the Guard of Honor, followed by the traditional salute.
Within his new office, Maj Gen UKDDP Udugama RWP RSP USP ndc psc signed an official document soon after the religious observances. After planting a sapling, he further marked the occasion and then he addressed the troops and educated all officers and ORs to maintain the three main aspects discipline, training and efficiency as it’s essential components to succeed in achieving the regimental goal.
After the address, he had the customary all-ranks tea, where he engaged in meaningful interaction with the troops. The occasion was graced by the presence of SLACAL council members, senior officers, officers, and other ranks.
14th September 2024 15:21:55 Hours
Brigadier Suneetha Tennakoon RSP assumed office as the Commandant of the Regimental Centre, Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock on Saturday (14) during a brief ceremony.
The new Centre Commandant signified the acceptance of his new office after leaving his signature symbolically for an official document after brief religious observances. Staff Officers and the other rankers in the Regimental Centre, Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock attended the inauguration of the new office.
Brigadier Suneetha Tennakoon RSP previously served as the Commander, 562 Infantry Brigade Headquarters. He succeeds Brigadier Subash Siriwardana.
04th August 2024 16:10:18 Hours
The Eighth Regimental Council Meeting of Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture & Livestock was held on 12 July 2024 at the Conference Hall, Regimental Headquarters, Karandeniya. 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, presided over the council meeting.
Major General PPA Perera Hdmc psc, Major General TC Peiris RSP USP, Brigadier BN Madanayake RWP RSP, Brigadier EMGA Ambanpola, Brigadier KASK Siriwardana RWP RSP USP, Brigadier MAS Weligama, Colonel DIA Perera RSP USP, Colonel NC Lokugalappaththi IG and Colonel DMDAB Dhanasekera were joined in the Council Meeting as Council members. During the meeting, they discussed matters related to Officers, General matters, Administrative matters, and Logistic matters and concluded with important decisions relevant to the SLACAL Regiment.
18th July 2024 11:59:46 Hours
Admin inspection and the formal visit of the Commander, Logistics Command Major General EMM Fernando Hdmc Lsc AATO, were conducted at the Regimental Centre Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock in Karandeniya on 10 July 2024.
The Commander, Logistics Command, was warmly welcomed by the Centre Commandant, Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock, Brigadier KASK Siriwardana RWP RSP USP at the main entrance with a ceremonial guard according to military formalities. The Commander, Logistics Command planted a sapling and appear to the group photograph to mark his visit to the Regimental Centre Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock
Afterwards, the Admin inspection was conducted by the commander, Logistics Command with his Opening Remarks. During the inspection, General matters, Admin matters, and Logistic matters of RHQ, Trg sch and all Bns were discussed . The visit was concluded with an inspection of camp premises.
The Deputy Centre Commandant, senior officers of RHQ-SLACAL, Commandant Sch of A&L, and Commanding Officers of the Bns also took part in the program.
28th May 2024 12:47:15 Hours
A benovalant donation of all essential items & hygiene products was gifted by the SVB unit of SLACAL for the Anula Wijerama Children's Development Centre in Balapitiya in lieu of Vesak. This wholesome event brought smiles upon smiles for the 35 Orphaned girls as they were offered a morning Tea, a lunch Buffet, a children's movie & a time filled with fun activities topped with a sing a long.
08th April 2024 10:00:22 Hours
Major General SA Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc assumed duties as the 3rd Colonel Commandant of Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture & Livestock on 04 April 2024 at the Regimental Headquarters of SLACAL Karandeniya,Ambalangoda.
Major General SA Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc was welcomed with a guard turnout and guard of honor by the SLACAL troops.Then, he signed a formal document amidst the blessings of Maha Sangha. Subsequently, the incumbent Colonel Commandant planted a sapling to signify this momentous occasion. He later addressed the officers and troops, during which he appreciated the progress made by the regiment thus far and requested all to continue working with the same commitment and determination.
04th March 2024 11:55:51 Hours
The newly constructed main gate and entrance was opened on 04 March 2024 at the Regimental Centre, Corps of Agriculture & Livestock Karandeniya. The Director General Infantry and Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture & Livestock Major General KPSA Fernando RWP RSP ndu was graced the occasion as the chief guest. The Centre Commandant of SLACAL, Brigadier KASK Siriwardana RWP RSP USP, senior officers and officers of the regimental centre, senior officers, and officers of 2 (V) SLACAL participated at the event.
The Colonel Commandant extended his gratitude, remembering the great commitment of officers and all ranks during their courageous and enthusiastic commitments taken throughout to uplift the standard of the Regiment.
10th January 2024 18:58:22 Hours
The Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock, with its remarkable and illustrious service to the nation and great potential commemorated its 3rd anniversary on 04 January 2024. Major General KPSA Fernando RWP RSP ndu the Director General Infantry and Colonel Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
On 4th January 2023 arrived at the Regimental Headquarters, the Colonel Commandant was welcomed by Colonel HWMAC Fernando RSP the Deputy Centre Commandant SLACAL at the entrance and invited to review the guard Turnout and accompanied to the salute of the proud, dignified military guard of honour and a parade at Regimental Headquarters Karandeniya. , Chief of Staff of Office of the Chief of Defence Staff Major General PPA Perera Hdmc psc, Director Agriculture and Livestock Brigadier BN Madanayake RWP RSP, Centre Commandant of SLACAL Brigadier KASK Siriwardhana RWP RSP USP, Deputy Centre Commandant SLACAL Colonel HWMAC Fernando RSP, All senior officers, officers and all ranks of SLACAL participated for the event.
The Colonel Commandant extended his gratitude during address of the troops, remembering the great commitment of officers and all ranks during their courageous and enthusiastic commitments taken throughout to uplift the standard of the newly established Corps. Afterwards, Colonel Commandant participated in the all-ranks lunch, and a brief commemoration was held adhering to health regulations and guidelines.
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