GOC Engineer Division, Chief Guest at Prefects’ Investiture Ceremony

Major General Lanka Amarapala, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Sri Lanka Army Engineer Division was invited to be the Chief Guest at the prefects’ investiture ceremony at St. Thomas’ Catholic International College, Seeduwa on Tuesday (31 Jan).

On his arrival at the school, the Chief Guest was greeted by Rev. Fr. Sudath Gunathilaka, Rector of the college. Next, Major General Lanka Amarapala was escorted to the college hall by the college band.

The prefects' investiture ceremony unfolded with prayers to the almighty God and the lighting of the oil lamp. Next, the chief guest was invited to inspire and motivate future leaders of the country in his address. During his speech, Major General Lanka Amarapala did not forget to share some vital leadership traits with newly appointed prefects and expressed his respect and gratitude to Rev. Fr. Sudath Gunathilaka, Rector of the College, and his staff for organizing the event. The day’s event concluded with exchange of mementos.