CADET GOVERNMENT APPOINTMENT AWARDING CEREMONY OF THE SECOND HALF OF 2024
The induction of the Cadet Government Appointment dates back to1968, where the Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA) was then known as the ATC (Army Training Centre). The prime purpose of this new concept was to bridge the gap between officer instructors and officer cadets and to foster the required moral attributes and leadership qualities within young officer cadets. In general, these Cadet Government appointments are awarded, having evaluated their performance in Military Subjects (including Officer Quality Work Grade), Academic subjects along with English and Current Affairs, and Extracurricular Activities.
On 06th Aug 2024, Cadet Government Appointment Awarding Ceremony of the second half of the year 2024 was held at the Sino-Lanka Friendship Auditorium with the participation of the Commandant Major General ULJS Perera RSP USP psc as the Chief Guest along with the Deputy Commandant, Wing Heads, Officers, Other Rank Instructors and Officer Cadets. The Awarding Ceremony bestowed ninety-two officer cadets with new Cadet Government appointments, which included eight Platoon Under Officers, two Cadet Sergeant Majors, fourteen Cadet Sergeants, thirty-two Cadet Corporals and thirty-six Cadet Lance Corporals.
The Commandant during his address congratulated the newly appointed Cadet Government appointment holders and highlighted their significant role; need of playing their role exemplarily with entrusted responsibilities while exercising their leadership over subordinates. Service, Humanity and Integrity were underlined as main pillars of their code of conduct. Meanwhile, they were advised to uphold moral values such as Respect, Fairness and Professionalism in discharging their duties. Finally, the charming ceremony came to an end with a traditional tea party, held at the Roof Top of the Headquarter Complex with the attendance of newly appointed cadet government members, the Commandant and the staff of the SLMA.
