OUTGOING COLONEL OF THE REGIMENT WAS GIVEN A WARM FAREWELL

Troops of the Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment during a moving ceremony, blended with military formalities and ceremonials on 22.09.2019 bade farewell to outgoing Colonel of the Regiment, Major General Chandana Gunawardana.

The proceedings began as the day's protagonist, Colonel of the Regiment entered the premises to be saluted at a Guard Turnout in his honour. Senior Council members warmly welcomed the outgoing Colonel of the Regiment in front of the VIR War Heroes' monument and then he paid floral tributes to the VIR War Heroes' monument and PWV monument.

Then the troops of VIR paid tribute to the Colonel of the Regiment by a colourful ceremonial parade. After the ceremonial parade, he joined All Ranks Tea for refreshments where he shared a few thoughts with the attendees. Then he opened the newly constructed Archers Welfare complex by unveiling the plaque. After that Colonel of the Regiment addressed the troops at the venue arranged at Archers Cinema.

Finally, a ‘Guest Night’ was hosted in appreciation of the outgoing Colonel of the Regiment and also the outgoing Chairperson of the Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs Shiromi Gunawardana at “The Salute” multifunctional hall. Adding memories to the occasion, a momento was also gifted to him as a token of goodwill. Mrs Damayanthi Ketakumbura appreciated the services of the outgoing Chairperson and presented her with a symbolic memento.

On 23.09.2019, to be in accordance with formalities, the outgoing Colonel of the Regiment was moved out from the Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment premises amid greetings of ‘Jaya Sri’ as all ranks lined up to bid him goodbye.