13th August 2024 16:42:32 Hours
Lieutenant Colonel EAA Sujith Chaminda Edirisinghe SLACAL is a senior officer with over thirty- two years of remarkable service in the Sri Lanka Army, whose military philosophy has been highly shaped by operational area experiences in the escalation of war during the Humanitarian Operation. More interestingly, he is also known as a writer, a poet, a composer, a painter as well as the Chief Editor of Ranaviruwa Magazine. He passionately promotes war literature related to the three-decade long conflict in Sri Lanka by exploring battle experiences of the Sri Lankan Soldier through numerous field research.
13th August 2024 16:38:37 Hours
On 10 August 2024, Mr. Kalana Chandimal Wakista, a well-known personality and trainer in the field of bookbinding, preservation, and conservation, made a generous contribution to the Major Indika Walisundara Memorial Library by donating forty-six publications on a wide range of subjects, including Buddhism, English Language Learning, Social Sciences, Biographies, Mass Media, and Fiction. This valuable collection will enrich the library's resources and broaden the horizons of Officer Cadets, Officer Instructors, and all other library users.
07th August 2024 09:08:06 Hours
05th August 2024 15:27:14 Hours
01st August 2024 16:24:36 Hours
On 1 Aug 2024, Director General General Staff (DGGS) of the Sri Lanka Army, Major General SAND Edirisinghe RWP RSP Hdmc psc paid his official visit to the SLMA in order to observe the training process at the SLMA and to discuss varied training concerns. On his arrival, the DGGS was extended with a warm welcome by the Commandant Major General ULJS Perera RSP USP psc together with the Deputy Commandant and all other Wing Heads of the Military Academy at the main entrance.
31st July 2024 15:24:18 Hours
30th July 2024 10:28:09 Hours
29th July 2024 08:26:43 Hours
‘DRILL’ is a much essential component in military training that nurtures discipline, teamwork, physical fitness, attention to detail, confidence, and combat readiness, all of which are essential qualities for a successful soldier.
27th July 2024 11:00:45 Hours
The Commandant's Opening Address traditionally sets a beginning to any officer cadet training at the Sri Lanka Military Academy, Diyatalawa. On 23 July 2024, 18 Officer Cadets from Intake DE II/2024 and 7 Foreign Trained Officer Cadets commenced their basic intensive training with the Commandant’s Address. The Commandant, Major General ULJS Perera RSP USP psc during his speech insisted on the purpose of military training, acquisition of military attributes and norms, and living upon the 'Cadet Honour Code' and the Academy’s Motto, 'Serve to Lead.' The event which took place at the Sino-Lanka Friendship Auditorium was also attended by the Deputy Commandant, all Wing Heads, Officers, and Other Rank Instructors. Following the Commandant’s Address, the Commanding Officer - OCW and the Chief Instructor - MTW educated the trainees on the respective roles played by each Wing in unfolding upcoming military curriculum of their training.
22nd July 2024 15:07:28 Hours
Refresher programme is a training initiative designed to provide employees with new skills, methods and professional growth. The Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA) generally conducts refresher programmes at the beginning of each semester, to ensure the continuous professional development of its staff.