6th November 2025
The Sri Lanka Light Infantry (SLLI) conducted a Fallen War Heroes Commemoration Ceremony on 05 November 2025 at the SLLI Regimental Centre, amidst military traditions, paying tribute to the gallant soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice for the motherland. The ceremony was held in conjunction with the 144th Anniversary celebrations of the Regiment.
Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo RSP ctf-ndu psc IG, Commander of the Army, attended the event as the Chief Guest.
Upon arrival, the Chief Guest was warmly welcomed by Major General Y.A.B.M. Yahampath RWP RSP ndu psc, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army and Colonel of the Regiment of SLLI, together with other senior officers of the Regiment, in accordance with military customs.
The Commander of the Army, together with senior officers, retired senior officers including former Commanders of the Army, officers and family members of the fallen War Heroes, paid their respects by placing floral wreaths at the regimental war heroes monument, honouring those who scripted an enduring tale of sacrifice, heroism and valour during the war.
As another part of the commemoration, the Regimental Headquarters of SLLI organised an annual pirith chanting ceremony, and on 06 November 2025, an almsgiving will be conducted to invoke blessings upon the fallen war heroes and their families.
