VESAK CELEBRATION OF THE SLMA

Vesak, is the most prominent Buddhist festivals in Sri Lanka, celebrated by engaging with meritorious deeds and religious activities. By marking this special event, the SLMA organized an elegant Vesak day programme under the supervision of Wing Heads. In the evening, a Bodhi Pooja programme was held at the Ella Camp premises, followed by a Vesak Lantern Competition at the Academy main drive. In fact, the Vesak Lantern Competition was organized with the purpose of promoting unity and teamwork among Academy personnel, Officer Cadets while showcasing their hidden artistic talents. The opening ceremony of the Competition was held in the evening of the Vesak Poyaday with the participation of the Overlooking Commandant of the SLMA, Brigadier RRMPNB Bambaradeniya RWP RSP USP psc together with Wing Heads, Officers, NCOs and trainee Officer Cadets. At the prize giving ceremony, the Admin Wing team was awarded with the first prize, the second by the Academic Wing team and the third place was obtained by the HQ team.