17th February 2025 18:55:23 Hours
Colonel M S P Bandara USP psc assumed duties as the 13th Commander of the 561 Infantry Brigade amid religious blessings at the 561 Infantry Brigade Headquarters premises in Kanakarayankulam on 14 February 2025.
The newly appointed Brigade Commander was warmly welcomed by the Commanding Officers of the under command battalions, Staff Officers and saluted in a Guard Turnout presented by troops of 16th Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment.
Further, Commander planted a sapling in camp premises, signed the official document to mark the assumption of his duties amidst 'Seth Pirith' chanting. Apart from that, the Brigade Commander addressed the all Officers and Other Ranks of the Brigade Headquarters and expressed his vision for the future.
