05th May 2025 15:51:18 Hours
Sri Lanka Army paid its final tribute to the late Brigadier G.V. Elapatha (Retd) VSV, a distinguished senior officer of the Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps, in accordance with military traditions on Monday, 28 April, at the General Cemetery in Minuwanpitiya, Panadura. Brigadier Elapatha, who served the Nation with dedication and honour for over 28 years, was laid to rest with full military honours.
In keeping with longstanding customs, the Special Part I Order, issued by the Adjutant General’s Branch of the Sri Lanka Army, was formally read to the assembled mourners. The troops then paid their final respects through a ceremonial gun salute, regarded as the highest military honour conferred upon a fallen officer.
The funeral was attended by military personnel, including serving and retired officers, other ranks, and family members to honour the memory and service of a dedicated officer with valour and commitment.
