Religious Blessings on 75th Army Anniversary & Army Day Begin at Anuradhapura Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

The annual Army flag blessing religious ceremony, the precursor to the forthcoming Army Day (10 October) and its 75th Anniversary celebrations got underway this morning (27) at the most sacred Anuradhapura Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya, headed by the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu.

New President in Simple Ceremony Assumes Duties at Presidential Secretariat

The inauguration of HE Anura Kumara Dissanayake as the 9th Executive President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces took place on 23 September 2024 at the Presidential Secretariat.

13th Defence Services Games Begin

The opening ceremony of the 13th Defence Services Games took place on 12 September 2024 at the Indoor Stadium, Army Physical Training School, Panagoda, under the patronage of Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, Commander of the Army and President of the Defence Services Sports Board. Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, Commander of the Navy, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, Commander of the Air Force, Vice Presidents of the Defence Services Sports Board also graced the occasion.

Army Chief Inaugurates New Welfare Facility Complex at SLAVF

Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, Commander of the Army, inaugurated the newly constructed Welfare Facility Complex at the Sri Lanka Army Volunteer Force (SLAVF) Headquarters on 11 September 2024.

Army Chief Inaugurates CIMIC Park in Kilinochchi to Support Educational Initiatives

The "CIMIC Park Kilinochchi," an initiative by the 55 Infantry Division, was officially inaugurated on 25 August 2024 by Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, the Commander of the Army together with Mrs. Janaki Liyanage, President of the Army Seva Vanitha Unit. This facility was established to address the educational needs of the Kilinochchi community, providing vital resources and support to local students and educational institutions.

Army Chief Presents Army-Processed 'Copra' for Dalada Perahera Illuminations

The Sri Lanka Army, continuing its annual tradition, presented sixteen tons of dried coconuts (copra) for the illuminations of the Sri Dalada Perahera on 01 August 2024, marking the eleventh consecutive year. Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, Commander of the Army, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.

Army Chief Visits the Regimental Headquarters of the Gemunu Watch

Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, Commander of the Army, visited the Regimental Headquarters of the Gemunu Watch (GW) on 05 July 2024.

Army Chief Graces Vijaya Poson Gee Saraniya - 2024 at Vijaya College, Matale

The "Vijaya Poson Gee Saraniya" event was held at Vijaya College, Matale, on 22 June 2024, with Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, the Commander of the Army and an esteemed alumnus of Vijaya College, gracing the occasion as the chief guest.

Wishing Wellness and Happiness to All Beings on This Special Poson Full Moon Day

May the sacred Poson Full Moon Day, which illuminated our path to civilization, continue to strengthen us and bring prosperity to our motherland. Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, Commander of the Army, All Officers, Other Ranks & Civil Staff Share Noble Thoughts on this Special Day.

Army Chief Participates in Pattana Dharma Sermon at Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya

Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, Commander of the Army and Mrs. Janaki Liyanage, President of Army Seva Vanitha Unit participated in the Pattana Dharma Sermon...