GENERAL Sarath Fonseka, Commander of the Army made his first visit to the Jaffna Security Forces Headquarters Thursday (2) morning upon successful end of the Eelam War that brought about immense destruction to the country.
Major General Mendaka Samarasinghe, Commander Security Forces Headquarters, Jaffna received him on arrival and conducted him to the Headquarters premises where a Guard Turnout plus a Guard of Honour greeted him in accordance with military traditions. Both honours were accorded their visiting military chief by 8 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (8 SLSR) troops. General Sarath Fonseka after inspection of the parade received the salute from the special dais, erected for the occasion.
General Fonseka afterwards separately addressed both officers and other ranks, assembled at the venue and spoke high of their contribution, dedication and commitment during the peak of LTTE terrorism and its culmination. Highlighting the importance of all-time preparedness, conduct of humanitarian services, de-mining, continued training for soldiers, etc General Fonseka reminded that better training sessions would now remain available in the future and it would, in his opinion enormously help soldiers receive their career promotions as time goes.
During his meeting with 51,52,55 Division General Officers Commanding, field officers and Task Force Commanders, General Sarath Fonseka received a comprehensive update on the prevailing security concerns in the peninsula. He also assessed possible future scenarios and stressed the need to maintain surveillance at all times. He also gave instructions on several lines of thought before he left for Colombo, the same evening.
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