08th August 2023 20:04:29 Hours
In the morning hours on 08 August 2023, a devastating fire broke out at the Global Care Products Company (Pvt) Ltd factory in Kandana. The fire caused significant damage to the complex, and immediate action was required to control the situation. Thereby, as per the directions of the Commander of the Army as well as guidance given by the Commander Security Forces (West), the troops of the 8 Battalion Sri Lanka Light Infantry of 141 Infantry Brigade and 2 (v) Sri Lanka Army Service Corps, under the command of the Security Forces (West), swiftly responded and provided their fullest support.
07th August 2023 19:56:22 Hours
Major General D.M.K.D.B. Pussella RWP RSP Commander, Security Forces (West) and Colonel Commandant, Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps, made his first official visits to under command Battalions on 27 July, 02, 03 and 04 August 2023, upon his assumption of duties as Colonel of the Regiment, Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps.
07th August 2023 19:42:15 Hours
A sudden fire broke out at the Kanadola Garbage Dump in the general area of Mudduwa East, Ratnapura, around midnight on 06 August 2023. This incident caused panic and concern among the local community, as the fire posed a threat to both the environment and public safety. In response to this emergency, the Municipal Commissioner of Ratnapura and the Assistant Director of the Disaster Management Center in Ratnapura requested the assistance of the Sri Lankan Army.
07th August 2023 18:07:16 Hours
A rapid response by the 3 (V) Battalion Gemunu Watch of 613 Infantry Brigade under Security Forces (West) successfully extinguished a bushfire that broke out in the vicinity of Selwakanda, Viharahena, Deniyaya, on the evening of 6 August 2023, as per the directions of the Commander Security Forces (West).
07th August 2023 17:54:52 Hours
On 6 August 2023, a potentially disastrous bushfire broke out in the Budugala forest area, prompting a rapid response from the 8 Battalion Gemunu Watch of the 611 Infantry Brigade, under the Security Forces (West).
07th August 2023 17:52:00 Hours
From 03 to 05 August 2023, the Army personnel of Sector 08 of the 142 Infantry Brigade under Security Forces (West) showcased their unwavering commitment to public safety by actively participating in a dengue prevention campaign.
07th August 2023 17:50:00 Hours
The act of giving is a noble gesture that has the power to transform lives and create a positive impact on society. Such was the case on 25 July 2023, when a generous sponsorship by SDB Bank, North West Province, SDB Bank, Wariyapola, SDB Bank, Kuliyapitiya, and New Pharmacy, Kurunegala, coordinated by the 143 Infantry Brigade Headquarters and 1 Sri Lanka National Guard, resulted in a significant donation of school accessories to 13 underprivileged students at Siyabalawa Primary School and 24 Students at Gallegoda Primary School in the 143 Brigade area in Kurunegala District.
04th August 2023 19:40:38 Hours
As per the request of the National Dengue Control Unit, Ministry of Health along with the approval of the Army Headquarters, Army personnel from 2 (v) Battalion Sri Lanka Light Infantry, under command to 144 Infantry Brigade of Security Forces (West), demonstrated their commitment to public health and safety by participating in another Dengue prevention campaign on 03 August 2023.
04th August 2023 11:32:16 Hours
The Army Seva Vanitha Unit (ASVU), together with 'Derana' Media network and the Sri Lanka Army Women's Corps - Seva Vanitha Branch (SLAWC-SVB) with the intention of enlightening both lady Officers and women soldiers on the importance of aesthetic aspects of life while at work or home staged an interactive musical session, 'Senehase Kedella', led by well-known lyricist, Mr Dhammika Bandara on 28 July 2023 at Panagoda.
04th August 2023 09:44:38 Hours
Colonel S.W.P.M.H.R Senadhera RWP USP psc assumed duties as the Colonel (GS) of Security Forces Headquarters (West) on 03 August 2023 on an auspicious time having the blessing of the Noble Triple Gem.
