16th August 2024 14:07:18 Hours
Under the guidance of Major General KHMS Wikramaratne RSP, General Officer Commanding 61 Infantry Division, a Special Basic Outboard Motor Boat and Oar Boat Training Course was arranged to train 4 X 64 Officers and Other Ranks from 9 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment, 2 (V) Gemunu Watch and 3 (V) Gemunu Watch. The training took place at the Army Engineers' Training School in Embilipitiya in two phases, with approval from the Directorate of Training and under the supervision of the Commander 613 Infantry Brigade.
13th August 2024 12:14:29 Hours
Lieutenant Colonel R A C Rupasinghe ato assumed duties as the Staff Officer I (Logistic) of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 12 August 2024, an auspicious time with the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem.
09th August 2024 08:44:31 Hours
Under the instructions of the Commander of the 142 Infantry Brigade and the supervision of the Civil Affairs Officer, the maintenance work for the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya began on 24 July 2024, in preparation for the 74th Esala Maha Perahera Festival. This initiative aims to ensure the temple is in optimal condition for the significant religious event which draws numerous devotees and visitors. The maintenance efforts, which continued until 6 August 2024, including cleaning, repairs, and enhancements to the temple grounds and facilities. This contribution reflects the brigade's commitment to supporting and preserving cultural and religious traditions in the community.
08th August 2024 10:19:29 Hours
A lecture on gender-based society aimed at reducing violence against women in government institutions by promoting equality and justice for both men and women was conducted by Chief Inspector Yesmin Raani, Officer in Charge of the Child and Women’s Bureau of Athurugiriya Police Station. The event was held at the 2nd Battalion, Sri Lanka Army Pioneer Corps lecture hall on 31 July 2024, with the participation of 6 X 89 Officers and Other Ranks from the 144 Infantry Brigade and its subordinate battalions.
31st July 2024 08:52:13 Hours
On 24 July 2024, a comprehensive Leadership Training Program was successfully conducted for 148 students of Jinarathana Maha Vidyalaya in Galle. The event took place from 0830 hrs to 1230 hrs at the school premises and was part of the annual program.
23rd July 2024 17:18:29 Hours
Lt Col N W D A Nanayakkara RSP USP assumed duties as the Staff Officer I (Procurement) of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 23 July 2024 on an auspicious time having the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem.
22nd July 2024 23:29:47 Hours
Under the direction and guidance of the General Officer Commanding the 14 Infantry Division, Major General KAWNH Bandaranayake USP, and the Deputy General Officer Commanding Major General KAU Kodituwakku RSP USP psc IG, the division recently conducted a 3-day training program for Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs) in the under-commanded Infantry Brigades and Battalions from 17 to 19 July 2024.
18th July 2024 17:31:00 Hours
18th July 2024 12:26:53 Hours
The training programme organized by Security Forces Headquarters (West) conducted a lecture, held at the 4th Regiment Sri Lanka Artillery Lecture Hall on 17 July 2024. Major M H M S Bandara Lsc - Military Intelligence, led the session.
13th July 2024 14:41:36 Hours
The 14 Infantry Division, under the guidance of Major General K A W N H Bandaranayake U S P, organized the 'Challenge Trophy Volleyball Tournament - 2024' from July 9th to 12th, 2024. Eighteen teams from various Brigades and Battalions within the division participated in the event. The General Officer Commanding the 14 Infantry Division attended as the chief guest, with the Deputy General Officer Commanding Major General K A U Kodituwakku RSP USP psc IG also in attendance. The 9 Sri Lanka National Guard team triumphed in an exhilarating final match at the Kelanimulla 2 (V) Sri Lanka Light Infantry Playground, securing the championship title.
