VIJAYABAHU INFANTRY REGIMENT PARTICIPATES AT THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE PAGEANT

At the invitation of the Government of the United Kingdom, a contingent of Sri Lanka’s Tri Forces including a Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment officer participated at the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee pageant held on 05 June 2022.

Queen Elizabeth II became the first British Queen to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service in year 2022. The parade was organised as a part of a series of celebrations that took place from 02 – 05 June in honour of the Queen. It comprised many events including a military display and cultural performances.

Upon the conclusion of the parade, the contingent of the Sri Lanka Militaryconsisting of Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment officer visited the Sri Lanka High Commission, during which High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in the United Kingdom thanked the Tri Forces for their participation at the pageant and stated that it was a proud moment to see the Sri Lankan flag flying high in this momentous event.