28th January 2024 15:44:24 Hours
With the intention of fostering sportsmanship, cultivating camaraderie and providing entertainment for the troops of the 68 Infantry Division, Rowing Competition was held on 23 January 2024 at Puthumattalan Lagoon. The event was organized under the guidance of General Officer Commanding, 68 Infantry Division, Major General S. Kasthurimudali RSP ndc psc by the troops of 593 and 681 Infantry Brigades. The General Officer Commanding graced the occasion as the chief guest.
The participants engaged in spirited competition across four categories: single, double, triple and exhibition events. The winners were awarded trophies and cash incentives by the chief guest.
68 Infantry Division claimed victory in the Single event, while the 9 Sri Lanka National Guard triumphed in the Double event and the 6 Sri Lanka National Guard secured the Triple event.
The success of the event was further amplified by the collaboration with the local fishing society of Maradamadukulam Lake. Their support, in providing boats and oars played a crucial role in the seamless execution of the rowing competition.
Senior Officers, Officers, Other Ranks and civilians witnessed the occasion.
