19th January 2021 19:15:57 Hours
Major General Ajith Dissanayake assumed duties as the 8th General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 66 Infantry Division under the Security Force HQ-Killinochchi, amidst religious blessings and military formalities at the 66 Infantry Division Headquarters in Pooneryn on 16 January 2021.
The newly-appointed General Officer Commanding of 66 Infantry Division was warmly welcomed by the Staff Officers at the Division Headquarters and honoured in a Guard Turnout and a colourful parade, presented by the troops of 66 Division.
Later on, Major General Ajith Dissanayake placed his signature for an official document to mark his assumption of duties, amidst chanting of ‘Seth Pirith’ in the presence of Senior Officers. In accordance with the traditions, he planted a sapling and followed up with an all rank tea. Major General Ajith Dissanayake, prior to this new appointment served as the Brigadier General Staff at the Security Force Headquarters -Kilinochchi.
Brigade Commanders, Staff Officers of the Headquarters 66 Infantry Division, Commanding Officers and other ranks were present on the occasion. Sport media | Sneakers
