53 Division Marks Its 25th Anniversary

In commemoration of its 25th anniversary, the 53 Division (Reserve Strike Force) troops at Digampathana, Dambulla took part in several religious and community projects on Sunday (9), organized by the 533 Brigade on the instructions of Major General Priyantha Senarathne, General Officer Commanding (GOC), 53 Division.

New SF-East Commander Takes Reins amidst Military & Religious Formalities

Major General J. Chinthaka Gamage on Saturday (8) assumed office as the 20th Commander of the Security Forces - East amidst religious observances and traditional military formalities at the Security Force Headquarters (SF) premises, Welikanda.

Completing His Tenure, Jaffna Commander Security Forces - Jaffna Relinquishes Office

Major General Ruwan Wanigasooriya who held the office of the Commander, Security Forces - Jaffna for over a year, relinquished the appointment on 08 August 2020 to assume duties as the Commandant, Sri Lanka Army Volunteer Force.

Military Legacy of Late Lt Gen Denzil Kobbekaduwa & Other War Heroes Remembered with Flowers & Military Honours

The legendry military leader, Late Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa's 28th death anniversary took place this evening (8) at the statue of the iconic personage in the heart of...

Commander Security Forces Kilinochchi Visits FMA & Logistic Units

The Commander Security Forces Kilinochchi (SF - KLN), Major General Sampath Kotuwegoda made his first official visits to the Forward Maintenance Area (FMA) HQ and its under command Logistic Units on Saturday (8).

Second Workshop on 'Way Forward Strategy' Held at 573 Brigade HQ

The second workshop to develop the analytical thinking and competency of middle-grade officers kicked off at the 573 Brigade Headquarters of the 57 Division on Friday (07) with the participation of Officers of 571 Brigade, 573 Brigade, 7 Sri Lanka Light Infantry (SLLI), 1 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (SLSR), 3 Gajaba Regiment (GR) and 9 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (VIR) battalions under the inspirational guidance of Major General Senarath Yapa, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 57 Division who initiated the project in order to innovate and re-define concepts of operations, new strategic approaches and reach to desired missions.

24 Division's New GOC Begins His Duties

Major General Thilak Weerakoon of Sri Lanka Artilerry Regiment assumed duties as the 7th General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 24 Division in Ampara on Saturday (7).

New Residential Quarters for Patients at Thelippalai, Built by Troops Opened

Sri Lanka Army in Jaffna extending its support to another request of the Regional Directorate of Health Services - Jaffna, constructed a new accommodation building for patients at Thelippalai Cancer Hospital...

Kilinochchi Commander Learns More About Responsibilities in Respective Areas

Major General Sampath Kotuwegoda, Commander Security Forces Kilinochchi made his formal visits to the 66 Division Headquarters in Pooneryn and its under command Brigades on Friday (7).

65 Division Broadens its Service Wings

The newly-constructed MT yard, a ‘Tea Shop’ for all Ranks and the new constructions at SLEME section at 65 Division Headquarters in Thunukkai, was declared open by Major General Hemantha Bandara, the General Officer Commanding 65 Division on Tuesday (04).