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17th August 2018 10:52:01 Hours

New 65 Division GOC Assumes Duties

The newly-appointed 65 Division's General Officer Commanding (GOC), Brigadier K. A. W Kumarapperuma assumed duties on Wednesday (15) at the 65 Division Headquarters of the Security Forces Headquarters - Kilinochchi (SFHQ- KLN).

A formal Guard Turnout saluted the new GOC upon his arrival at the Division Headquarters premises, Alankulam in Thunukkai in keeping with military traditions.

Afterwards, amid religious blessings, he left his signature for an official document and symbolized the acceptance of his new office. Later, he planted a Mango sapling in the premises as a symbol of memory and addressed the troops.

All Brigade Commanders, Commanding Officers, Officers and Other Ranks in 65 Division were associated with the occasion. Buy Kicks | Nike for Men