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17th September 2019 21:10:37 Hours

New ITC Commandant Assumes Office

Brigadier Thilak Hangilipola, the newly-appointed 37th Commandant of the Infantry Training Centre (ITC), Minneriya, assumed office during a charming ceremony, held at the ITC Commandant’s office on Thursday (12).

The day’s Chief Guest on his arrival at the ITC was warmly welcomed by the Deputy Commandant, Brigadier K.A.N.N Koswatta and accorded a Guard Turnout. Afterwards, the visiting Commandant was accorded a Guard of Honour by ITC troops. He took the salute from the special dais in the parade ground.

Thereafter, Brigadier Thilak Hangilipola signed an official document to signify the acceptance of the new office as the new Commandant ITC amidst chanting of ‘Seth Pirith’ by members of the Maha Sangha.

As the next segment of the day’s event, the new Commandant addressed All Ranks and spoke out his mind and the future vision for the ITC. Similarly, he sought the support from all ranks serving in the ITC to continue his vision and improve the capacity of training. jordan release date | Nike SB