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ta-en/army/english/100758

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+en_100758_0	In a formal ceremony, 51 Division troops of the Security Force Headquarters -Jaffna (SFHQ-J) on Monday (8) at the Divisional Headquarters in Kopay, Jaffna saluted their outgoing General Officer Commanding (GOC), Major General Roshan Seneviratne who has served the Army for more than thirty years.
+en_100758_1	A ceremonial Guard Turn Out plus a Guard of Honour parade saluted him in the premises in conformity with military traditions.
+en_100758_2	He also addressed the troops and thanked them for their cooperation during his tenure and wanted the troops to continue in the same manner in future as well.
+en_100758_3	An All Rank tea brought the farewell formalities to an end.
+en_100758_4	Major General Roshan Seneviratne is to retire from the Army shortly.
+en_100758_5	Before he took over the 51 Division appointment, he served a number of key appointments in the organization.
+en_100758_6	He also served as the Military Spokesman cum Director Media at the Army Headquarters.

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+en_100792_0	A stock of school accessories to 121 students of low income group families in Vinayasiyodei school at Gautharamune area were distributed by the 661 Infantry Brigade on Thursday (31).
+en_100792_1	Those school accessories, sponsored by Ven Maharagama Siriwantha Thero were distributed after selecting the most needed students in the area under the supervision of Brigadier Deepthi Jayathilaka, General Officer Commanding, 66 Infantry Division and under the guidance of Colonel Piyantha Jayawardena, Brigade Commander, 661 Brigade.
+en_100792_2	The stock contained exercise books, drawing books, pencils, school bags and other accessories.
+en_100792_3	Troops of 66 Division, teachers and parents were also there to witness the event.

ta-en/army/english/10090

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+en_10090_0	The recently-concluded 97th National Athletic Championship which produced several national-level sportsmen and women received a fillip this year when several national-conscious sponsors profusely offered best athletes with a valuable assortment of gifts for the first time in the history of Army athletics, including motorbikes, mobile phones, sports shoes and other valuables.
+en_10090_1	Private L.G Dananjaya of the Sri Lanka Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (SLEME) who was adjudged the Best Athlete (Men's) and the Best Athlete (Women's), Sergeant U.K.N Rathnayake of 7 Sri Lanka Army Women's Corps (SLAWC) were awarded brand new two Yamaha motorbikes by Associated Motorways Pvt Ltd in appreciated of their achievements.
+en_10090_2	Similarly, Hutchinson Telecommunication Private Limited showed their appreciation by gifting two mobile phones to both achievers at the same occasion.
+en_10090_3	Showing their gesture of support, Singer Sri Lanka Ltd offered a large stock of Puma branded sport shoes to all winners who secured 1st, 2nd , and 3rd places in all track and field events.
+en_10090_4	The field of Army athletics received further recognition and one more feather in its cap when Army athletes in an impressive show of solidarity and fellowship bagged 27 Gold medals out of 38 in total, 24 Silver medals and 18 Bronze medals in the just concluded 97th National Athletic Championship 2019, held for three days (16-18 August) at the Sugathadasa Stadium grounds.
+en_10090_5	Private Vidusha Lakshani from SLAWC created a national record in Triple Jump (Women's) and Corporal Lakshika Sugandi from the SLAWC was adjudged the best in Heptathlon (Women's) qualifying for a national record.
+en_10090_6	Those exceptionally competent athletes who qualified in the National Athletic Championship will be selected for the upcoming South Asian Games and World Championships that will commence later, this year.
+en_10090_7	Major General Mahinda Mudalige, Chairman, Sri Lanka Army Athletics Committee and Manager of SAG Athletics Pool who is also the Commander Security Forces - West, together with several senior Army Officers watched the final day events and took part in the awarding ceremony that followed.

ta-en/army/english/101348

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+en_101348_0	Sri Lanka Army’s two most Senior Officers, Major General Indunil Ranasinghe and Major General Duminda Gamage, both from Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (SLAC) recently retired upon completion of distinguished and exemplary service in the organization.
+en_101348_1	The SLAC Regimental Headquarters in this connection honoured them in Guard Turnouts in separate military parades in the ground.
+en_101348_2	Major General Indunil Ranasinghe, enlisted to the Army on 1 October 1985 was the Deputy Vice Chancellor at the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) at the time of his retirement.
+en_101348_3	Major General Duminda Gamage, enlisted to the Army on 21 Feb 1986 was the Director Plans at the Army Headquarters at the time of his retirement.
+en_101348_4	Both of them during their unblemished career of more than 33 years have held a number of Command and Staff appointments in the Army.
+en_101348_5	After formal military honours, both of them were hosted to a farewell reception at the SLAC Banquet Hall, attended by a large gathering of senior SLAC Officers and their spouses.
+en_101348_6	Adding memories to the occasion, both of them were presented with special mementos towards the end of the arrangement.

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+en_101400_0	Deputy Inspector General of Police in Vavuniya Division Mr P.K Dhammika Priyantha paid a courtesy call on the Commander, Security Forces - Wanni, Major General Rohitha Dharmasiri on Monday (6) after taking over duties as the new Deputy Inspector General of the Vavuniya Division.
+en_101400_1	During the cordial meeting, both Senior Officers exchanged their ideas on maintaining security and peace in the Wanni region with proper coordination of troops under the Security Force HQ - Wanni and members of the Police performing duties in the Vavuniya Division.
+en_101400_2	At the end of this courteous session, the Commander, Security Forces - Wanni presented a memento to Deputy Inspector General Mr P.K Dhammika Priyantha in order to mark his first visit to the Security Force Headquarters - Wanni.

ta-en/army/english/101642

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+en_101642_0	In order to promote goodwill and communal harmony among civilians of different ethnicity, the 222 Brigade of the 22 Division of the SFHQ-East held a softball cricket tournament at Kantale Bathiyagama Public Grounds on Monday (07) with the participation of 15 sports clubs in Kantale area.
+en_101642_1	Organized under the guidance of the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 22 Division, Major General Nevil Weerasinghe, Brigadier Deepal Pussella, 222 Brigade Commander took the lead in making the tournament a reality with the support of his troops.
+en_101642_2	Super Kings' Sports Club and Agrabodhi Sports Club played in the encounter amid roars of applause and excitement.
+en_101642_3	However, the Super Kings' Sports Club emerged champions in the tournament taking innings.
+en_101642_4	General Officer Commanding 22 Division Major General Nevil Weerasinghe attended the awarding ceremony as the Chief Guest and distributed trophies and certificates to the winners.
+en_101642_5	A group of religious dignitaries, Commander 222 Brigade Brigadier Deepal Pussella, Commander 224 Brigade Colonel Prasanna Ediriweera and civil leaders were also among the gathering.

ta-en/army/english/101745

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+en_101745_0	Sri Lanka Army troops adding their contribution to one more milestone national project for the welfare of children with disabilities formally vested the Army-built three storied building in the ‘Ayati’ Trust Sri Lanka and the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya this morning (18) during a simple ceremony, headed by Lieutenant General Mahesh Senanayake, Commander of the Army as the Chief Guest.
+en_101745_1	The Army’s 10 (volunteer) Corps of Engineer Service (CES) troops undertook the challenge of constructing this state-of-the-art building for the ‘Ayati’ Centre and completed it in less than 13 months at the request of the Commander of the Army.
+en_101745_2	Sri Lanka Army, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Hemas Holdings PLC, MAS Holdings, Rotary International, MICD architects, Wickramasinghe Associates, E&Y, People’s Bank, People’s Leasing, John Keels Holdings Company Ltd, Brandix, Foundation of Goodness and Triad are the main patrons and sponsors of this project which cost Rs 550 million for the ‘Ayati’ Trust Sri Lanka.
+en_101745_3	Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Kelaniya Prof. Nilanthi De Silva, Chairperson, ‘Ayati’ Trust Sri Lanka, together with Mr Roshan Mahanama, member of the ‘Ayati’ Trust Sri Lanka and Major General Kumudu Perera, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army and a wheelchair-ridden daughter welcomed the day’s Chief Guest, Lieutenant General Mahesh Senanayake on arrival at the venue, and ushered him to unveil the plaque that symbolizes the ceremonial opening of Sri Lanka’s this first-ever rehabilitation Centre for children with special needs on free of charge basis.
+en_101745_4	At the auditorium, Prof. Prashantha Wijesinghe made the welcome speech and recorded the appreciation the Trust has for the Army for its miraculous dedication for completion of this construction in an impressive manner.
+en_101745_5	His comments paved the way for Mr Roshan Mahanama to express his thoughts on the occasion afterwards before the Commander of the Army delivered his speech to the occasion. (see his speech below).
+en_101745_6	Mrs Shiromi Masakorala, General Manager, Hemas Holdings PLC raised the vote of thanks on behalf of the ‘Ayati’ Trust Sri Lanka.
+en_101745_7	‘Ayati’ Trust Sri Lanka on behalf of its members afterwards presented a memento to the Commander of the Army in appreciation of the Army contribution to the project.
+en_101745_8	In turn, Lieutenant General Senanayake presented a symbolic memento to the ‘Ayati’ Trust Sri Lanka for its continued success.
+en_101745_9	After the conclusion of the inaugural proceedings, Lieutenant General Senanayake, the day’s Chief Guest and other invitees were taken to show inside the building which will become functional from December 2019 onwards for the benefit of children with disabilities in hearing (audiology), speech (language therapy), family therapy and other physical disorders (physiotherapy).
+en_101745_10	‘Ayati’ meaning ‘hope’ in Sanskrit would help significantly improve those children’s quality of life, independence and promotion of full potential, innate strength and individual talents, inherent among those children with different abilities since the percentage of such children stands at more than 20%.
+en_101745_11	The ‘Ayati’ Centre would operate as a National Centre as a committed rehabilitation centre and help combat social stigma to promote acceptance of children with disabilities.
+en_101745_12	This special Centre as the country’s first-ever project of this nature would rehabilitate the children with Down Syndrome (genetic and nutritional aspects of accompanying disorders) and Autism (symptoms in children with autism).
+en_101745_13	Foreign delegates, Major General Kumudu Perera, Deputy Chief of Staff, members of the ‘Ayati’ Trust Sri Lanka, Major General Indrajith Vidyananda, Quarter Master General, Members of the Faculty of Medicine, Mrs Shiromi Masakorala, General Manager, Hemas Holdings PLC, Major General Tissa Nanayakkara, Chief Field Engineer, Senior Army Officers and a gathering of invitees attended the occasion.
+en_101745_14	Here follows the full text of the Commander’s speech; “At the outset, I would like to extend my sincere thankfulness to the HEMAS Holdings, MAS Holdings and other contributors of this noble project for inviting me to grace the opening ceremony of the AYATI Centre for children with disabilities as the Chief Guest.
+en_101745_15	I consider this event as a significant occasion in my life as I could also be a part of the noble venture of making a difference for disabled children by opening AYATI Centre, only such Centre in Sri Lanka which is fully dedicated to provide necessary assistance for disabled children.
+en_101745_16	It is a fact that every one of us should clearly understand that every child is unique with different capacities and needs for their development.So that, physical or mentally challenged children are not a special category but they have special needs which we need to fulfill in order for them to be inclusive in the society.
+en_101745_17	In this sense, I am certain that, AYATI Centre, being true to its meaning in Sanskrit, will bring a ray of hope for such children to improve the quality of life and independence.
+en_101745_18	Further, their parents will be relieved with a hope for better future for their children with special needs and learning disabilities.
+en_101745_19	It is estimated that, approximately 20% of children in Sri Lanka experience some form of physical or mental impairment and this situation has been increasing over the years.
+en_101745_20	The issue is that majority of such children are from rural areas and that has become a major concern in the society.
+en_101745_21	Usually, such kids are seen as a burden as they require special attention, care and medical assistance, but we should remember that they need our empathy more than our sympathy.
+en_101745_22	At this very special moment, let me extend sincere appreciation to HEMAS Holdings, MAS Holdings and the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya for rightly identifying this national plight and initiating to establish a national centre to provide disabled children with multidisciplinary care.
+en_101745_23	Efforts you all have taken collaboratively proved that "humanity still prevails" in today’s highly disruptive societies.
+en_101745_24	In this process, as ‘Defenders of the Nation’, we also could extend our support towards this most important charity project by undertaking construction work of this noble project.
+en_101745_25	Shedding light on the current plight of this national issue, AYATI Centre, National Centre of excellence would ensure equal access to education, healthcare, social participation, and future employment for such children in Sri Lanka.This project addresses a national need with a vision to enable children with disabilities to reach their unique potential.
+en_101745_26	Further, this Centre will undoubtedly facilitate a larger community under one roof by providing essential facilities from initial assessment followed by interventional therapy where necessary, along with basic vocational training and life skills.
+en_101745_27	Various services available at the Centre like medical assessment, speech and language therapy, audiology and occupational therapy as well as physiotherapy will bring a positive impact on the burning issues of disabled children.
+en_101745_28	The centre, being the only one of this nature will also function as a hub to deliver its valued services to the disabled children around the country.
+en_101745_29	Further, I strongly believe this facility will become one of the prominent places to conduct collaborative, innovative medical research and development to unlock the vast potential of people with disabilities.
+en_101745_30	Ladies and Gentlemen, I wish to share a statement of Stephen Hawking, one of the most influential scientists of modern times.
+en_101745_31	On the first ever World Disability Report in 2011, he had written as, “Disability need not be an obstacle to success” and proved it by living his disabled-life at his best.The statement carries an important message for every one, especially for children with needs.
+en_101745_32	Children with special needs also have individual, innate strength, talents through which they can contribute positively to the society.
+en_101745_33	To meet this end, these children should be provided opportunities and hope to achieve their maximum potential and be fully integrated into our society.
+en_101745_34	Inclusive education is a powerful instrument of shaping such children’s lives to encourage them to initiate upward movement in the social structure.
+en_101745_35	Thereby, it helps to bridge the gap between the different sections in the society.
+en_101745_36	The education of the disabled children should be an inseparable part of the education system.
+en_101745_37	It should be emphasized that disabled children also have something to offer to our society and that they too are a part of our society.
+en_101745_38	I am certain that AYATI centre will be a sustainable solution for the matters prevailing in Sri Lanka with regard to disabled children and the centre will ensure a promising future for them.
+en_101745_39	Finally, I wish to take this opportunity to appreciate all the endeavours made by the HEMAS Holdings PLC together with the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya by taking the initiative to construct AYATI centre for the benefit of disabled children and I wish you all the very best in all your future endeavours.
+en_101745_40	Let’s get together and develop our children who are able to overcome disability and fit into a modern society.
+en_101745_41	Thank You!”

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+en_102043_0	Brigadier P. A. D Kahapola, Director, Human Rights & Humanitarian Law (HR & HL) of the Gemunu Watch Regiment passed away on Friday (1) following a brief illness at Piliyandala Hospital.
+en_102043_1	His remains are now lying at his residence, No 210/4/D, Horana Road, Piliyandala.
+en_102043_2	His funeral with Military honors takes place on Monday (4) at Pubudu Play Ground in Kahapola at 4.00 p.m.

ta-en/army/english/102119

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+en_102119_0	HE the President Maithripala Sirisena, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces has promoted sixteen Senior Colonels of the Army to the rank of temporary Brigadier states a communiqué issued by the Military Secretariat on Friday (8) evening.
+en_102119_1	Here follows the newly promoted Brigadiers; Colonel A.S.P Podiralahamie Colonel I.P Kandanaarachchi Colonel M.I.P Nanayakkarawasam Colonel T.M Abeyratne Colonel L.D.S.S Liyanage Colonel M.K Jayawardena Colonel M.G.T.D Rathnasekara Colonel K.H.K Kottawattha Colonel W.R.M.M Rathnayake Colonel U.U.K.L.S Perera Colonel J.M.C Jayaweera Colonel S.R.K Hettiarachchi Colonel H.M.L.D Herath Colonel P.S.K Sanjeewa Colonel P.S Thilakaratna Colonel W.G.R.P Peiris

ta-en/army/english/102539

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+en_102539_0	In collaborations with the Central Environment Authority (CEA), troops of the Security Force Headquarters - Kilinochchi (SFHQ-KLN) launched an awareness programme on environment conservation for the benefit of more than 250 students and teachers in Kilinochchi Central College ground on Tuesday (5).
+en_102539_1	A group of 30 eco-friendly volunteers of the CEA conducted lectures for students on the importance of conserving the environment and how environment pollution can be avoided.
+en_102539_2	Towards the end of the lecture sessions, all students and other participants staged a ‘Walk for Environment’ carrying banners and placards up to the Kilinochchi junction.
+en_102539_3	Meanwhile, Kilinochchi troops conducted several ‘Shramadana’ campaigns to mark the International Environment Day.
+en_102539_4	More than 300 troops of the 653 Brigade under the 65 Division of the SFHQ-KLN participated in the arrangement and cleaned both sideways of the roads leading up to Kilinochchi town area.
+en_102539_5	10 Sri Lanka Light Infantry troops of the 653 Brigade enthusiastically took part in the drive and also cleaned Kilinochchi Maran pre-school on Saturday (2).
+en_102539_6	More than 30 Officers and Other Ranks participated in the Shramadana campaign under the guidance of the General Officer Commanding, 65 Division Major General Kumara Peiris under the close supervision of Commander, 653 Brigade, Colonel Robin Jayasooriya.

ta-en/army/english/102660

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+en_102660_0	In order to educate Army personnel on dangers of drugs and prevention of its use, troops of the 11 Division of the Security Force Headquarters - Central (SFHQ-Cen) organized a lecture session at the Sri Lanka Military Academy’s Torch Cinema hall on Monday (2).
+en_102660_1	This timely lecture, delivered by Major R.K Karunanayake, Civil Coordinating Officer at 111 Brigade of the 11 Division received the blessings of the Commander, Security Forces - Central (SF-Cen), Major General Rukmal Dias.
+en_102660_2	The lecture touched on poisonous effects of alcohol, drugs, tobacco and other intoxicants and how the society should be prevented from the use of it.
+en_102660_3	A large number of Officers and Other Rankers listened to the lecture.

ta-en/army/english/102892

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+en_102892_0	A full-day Workshop on ‘Beauty Culture’ for ladies in Kilinochchi, organized by the 57 Division under the guidance of its General Officer Commanding, Major General Vijitha Ravipriya, got underway at Nelum Piyasa auditorium on Monday (4) with the intention of educating the woman-folk regarding this growing trade of income.
+en_102892_1	Lions club 306 A2 in cooperation with the 574 Brigade and the Commanding Officer, 4 Sri Lanka Army Women's Corps educated Kilinochchi ladies on beauty culture, hair styles, bridal dressings, women’s rights and income generating projects.
+en_102892_2	A considerable number of women participated in the arrangement.

ta-en/army/english/10294

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+en_10294_0	The newly-appointed Commander Security Forces - Mullaittivu (SF-MLT), Major General H.J Seneviratne after assumption of duties made his first visit to the 59 Division Headquarters in Nandikadal on Wednesday (18).
+en_10294_1	On arrival at the 59 Division, he was welcomed by Brigadier K. H. P. P Fernando, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 59 Division at the main entrance.
+en_10294_2	24 Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment (SLSR) troops accorded a formal Guard Turn Out and a ceremonial Guard of Honour afterwards and saluted him in accordance with military traditions.
+en_10294_3	After a while, the GOC presented a comprehensive briefing on the status of the 59 Division HQ and its areas of responsibility.
+en_10294_4	At the end, he planted a Mango sapling in the premises as a symbol of memory and addressed the troops.
+en_10294_5	An all rank tea arrangement culminated the day’s proceedings.

ta-en/army/english/103477

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+en_103477_0	Troops of the 10 Sri Lanka Light Infantry Regiment and 11 (V) Gajaba Regiment of the 653 Brigade and 651 Brigade of the 65 Division under the Security Force Headquarters - Kilinochchi separately carried out self-help Shramadana campaigns to clean up the Palinagar School premises in Palinagar on Saturday (25) and Pallawarayankaddu pre-school premises in Pallawarayankaddu on Tuesday ( 28).
+en_103477_1	Those Shramadana campaigns were launched under the directions of the General Officer Commanding, 65 Division, Brigadier Wasantha Kumarapperuma and under the supervision of the 651 Brigade Commander, Brigadier Ranjith Abesinghe and 653 Brigade Commander, Colonel Robin Jayasuriya.
+en_103477_2	More than 80 Army personnel took part in Shramadana campaigns.

ta-en/army/english/104300

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+en_104300_0	The ‘Sebala Sithuwam’, the two-day long Exhibition of arts, images and portraits crafted by 8 Signallers with exceptional aesthetic talents at J.D.A Perera Gallery, Colombo 7 worked off for the second day (12) with a large gathering of art-lovers and fans.
+en_104300_1	At the invitation of the SLSC Seva Vanitha Unit, initiators of the project, Mrs Sujeewa Nelson, President Army Seva Vanitha Unit, opened the second day of the Exhibition.
+en_104300_2	Mrs Keshini Hettiarachchi, Chairperson, SLSC-SVU, together with Major General Nilantha Hettiarachchi, Colonel Commandant SLSC welcomed the day's Chief Guest for the inauguration of the Exhibition this morning (12).
+en_104300_3	Mrs Nelson, together with Mrs Hettiarachchi enjoyed a close look at those paintings one by one and spoke to the artists who were there at the time.
+en_104300_4	More than 150 masterpieces, created by Major R.M.K.U.K Rathnayake of 4 SLSC, Corporal M.G.C Rajakumara of 7 SLSC, Corporal D.S Fernando of 9 SLSC, Corporal B.A.N.U Bamunusinghe of 11 SLSC, Corporal W.P.S Bandana of 3 SLSC, Lance Corporal R.A.S Nisayuru of 11 SLSC, Signalman S.T Patel of 11 SLSC and Signal woman N.G.R Malika of 2 (V) SLSC are on display for the second day.
+en_104300_5	Acting Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva adding further recognition to those artistic talents of his soldiers in the SLSC as the Chief Guest on Saturday (11) lit the traditional oil lamp and declared the Exhibition opened to the public.
+en_104300_6	It remains open on both days (11-12 January) from 10.30 am to 5.30 pm.

ta-en/army/english/104459

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+en_104459_0	Troops of the Security Force Headquarters - Central (SFHQ-Cen) gave their fullest support to conduct a blood donation campaign, held on Wednesday (1) at the Sri Lanka Electricity Board, Peradeniya in Kandy to commemorate its 49th Anniversary.
+en_104459_1	Major General Ruwan de Silva, Commander, Security Forces - Central (SF-Cen) directed Army soldiers to assist the event at the request of the Peradeniya, Sri Lanka Electricity Board authorities.
+en_104459_2	More than 37 Army personnel including Officers donated their blood during the programme under the close supervision of Major General T.J Nanayakkara, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 11 Division.

ta-en/army/english/106238

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+en_106238_0	One more training programme to train designated Army instructors for ‘Drug Prevention Campaign’ of the Presidential Task Force got underway at the 58 Division Headquarters, Boossa, Galle on Friday (16) on a suggestion, made by Major General Sathyapriya Liyanage, Commander, Security Forces - West.
+en_106238_1	In this workshop, 3 Officers and 43 Other Rankers were trained as instructors by Dr Diyanath Samarasingha and Mr. H. M Thilakarathne of the Presidential Task Force who conducted lectures during the training programme.
+en_106238_2	General Officer Commanding (GOC), 58 Division, Major General Sudath Perera, Deputy General Officer Commanding, Brigade Commanders, Commanding Officers and Officers also attended the workshop.
+en_106238_3	GOC 58 Division on the instructions of the Commander, SF-West coordinated and supervised the training programme.

ta-en/army/english/106601

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+en_106601_0	Young sportsmen from more than 20 football clubs and sports clubs in Mullaittivu district at the request of the Security Force Headquarters - Mullaittivu (SFHQ-MLT) on Wednesday (12) began attending a five-day long workshop, designed to promote and popularize football at Iranapalai Public Grounds.
+en_106601_1	Major General Rasika Fernando, General Officer Commanding, 68 Division under the guidance of Major General Dushyantha Rajaguru, Commander, Security Forces - Mullaittivu (SF-MLT) coordinated the workshop, for which Army sportsmen, coaches and civil experts contribute during the arrangement, scheduled to end on 16 December.
+en_106601_2	About 100 young players are currently attending the workshop with Level ‘A’ national coach of Sri Lanka Football Federation, Mr. M Vadivel and a host of Army trainers of the Army Football Federation.
+en_106601_3	The Army has taken steps to provide food and beverages to the participants on all five days with sponsorship, provided by Singer (Pvt) Ltd and Milo Company Ltd.
+en_106601_4	The inaugural occasion was attended by Major General Rasika Fernando, General Officer Commanding, 68 Division as the Chief Guest with trainers and several distinguished invitees.

ta-en/army/english/107084

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+en_107084_0	The Army undertaken one of the mega nation-building projects, coconut cultivation in the northern region under the ‘Haritha Ratak’ programme launched one more phase of the ongoing project by distributing more than 5000 coconut saplings among civilians in Mullaittivu District on Thursday (2).
+en_107084_1	The distribution symbolically got to a start at 68 Division Headquarters, Kombavil, Mullaittivu by distributing coconut saplings among 147 families of 14 Grama Seva Divisions in Puthukkudiyirippu and Maritimpattu in Mullaittivu.
+en_107084_2	The project was initiated to uplift the living standards of the people and turn the area into a greener pasture while simultaneously creating income sources for under privileged people once the trees are fully grown.
+en_107084_3	A simple ceremony, held at 68 Division Headquarters ground with the participation of Major General Rasika Fernando, General Officer Commanding, 68 Division, Divisional Secretaries for Puthukkudiyirippu and Maritimpattu, all Brigade Commanders, Commanding Officers, soldiers and a large gathering of civilians, gave away those saplings, kicking the first phase of the distribution.

ta-en/army/english/107147

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+en_107147_0	64 Division Headquarters and the 68 Division Headquarters of the Security Force Headquarters - Mullaittivu (SFHQ-MLT) respectively marked their 10th and 9th anniversaries in separate formal ceremonies giving due prominence to military formalities.
+en_107147_1	Oddusudan-based 64 Division, commanded by Brigadier Jayanath Jayaweera, General Officer Commanding (GOC) on Monday (10) presented a Guard Turnout and saluted their GOC on arrival after they conducted an all-night Pirith chanting, Hindu, Catholic and Islamic religious observances in separate places of worship, headed by Brigadier Jayaweera on Sunday (9).
+en_107147_2	Tree planting, troop address and a special All Rank lunch brought the programme to an end before the musical entertainment got underway in the evening.
+en_107147_3	Meanwhile, Major General Rasika Fernando, GOC, 68 Division of the SFHQ-MLT, together with All Ranks marked the 9th Anniversary of the 68 Division giving pride of place to Army formalities and socializing events on Monday (10).
+en_107147_4	A Guard Turnout plus a parade, troop address and a fellow-lunch treat featured during the programme.
+en_107147_5	Remembrance of War Heroes as well as review of the Headquarters’ progress were other major features included in the day’s itinerary.

ta-en/army/english/107480

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+en_107480_0	The Advanced Physical Training Instructors (APTI) Course No - 10, Instructor Course No - 39, Assistant Physical Training Instructor Course No - 116 and Swimming Instructor Course No - 23 of the Army Physical Training School (APTS) at Panagoda had their Passing Out Parades (POPs) recently at the Army Indoor Stadium, Panagoda.
+en_107480_1	Major General Jagath Gunawardena, Master General Ordinance & Colonel Commandant of the Corps of Engineer Services as the Chief Guest together with Major General Anura Sudasingha, Director General Sports, Brigadier D.S.D Welikala, Commandant, APTS, Chief Instructor at APTS and Instructors attended the POP ceremony.
+en_107480_2	A total of 187 Officers and Other Rankers who followed above-mentioned Courses received their certificates and other merit awards during the event.
+en_107480_3	Colourful aerobatic displays, Angampora demonstrations and Karate and Gymnastic shows added thrill and fun to the day’s event, attended by more than 750 visitors, including parents and well-wishers.

ta-en/army/english/107780

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+en_107780_0	Major General Aruna Jayasekera, General Officer Commanding, 22 Division assumed duties as the 24th Colonel of the Regiment of the Gemunu Watch (GW) during a simple ceremony at the Gemunu Watch Regimental Centre in Kuruwita on Saturday (06).
+en_107780_1	He succeeded Major General Dampath Fernando, Chief of Staff who also rendered a notable service to the GW as the Colonel of the Regiment.
+en_107780_2	On arrival at the GW Headquarters, Major General Aruna Jayasekara was honoured in a Guard Turnout and afterwards in a Guard of Honour in accordance with military traditions.
+en_107780_3	GW troops with the President’s Colours and the Regimental Colours awarded the salute.
+en_107780_4	Later on, the new Colonel of the Regiment planted a sapling in the lakeside premises to mark the memorable occasion.
+en_107780_5	To signify the acceptance of his new command, Major General Aruna Jayasekara placed his signature in a formal document symbolically as the Colonel of the Regiment, amid religious observances after lighting the traditional oil lamp.
+en_107780_6	After that, he paid tribute to GW War Heroes' Monument and recalled the gallantry of Officers and Other Ranks of the GW who had made the supreme sacrifice for the motherland.
+en_107780_7	The new Colonel of the Regiment during his address extended his gratitude to all ranks for the warm reception and highlighted the need for everybody to commit for the uplift of the Gemunu Watch which has a proud history.
+en_107780_8	He also paid his gratitude to those sustained injuries in action while appreciating their contribution.
+en_107780_9	He also appealed all serving members including the civil staff to assist him in his future endeavours.

ta-en/army/english/108348

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+en_108348_0	Special Bodhi Pooja offerings, multi religious observances and formal military honours dominated the 11th anniversary commemorative programmes of the 652 Brigade Headquarters in Anavilandankulam, Akkarayankulam during 14 - 15 December.
+en_108348_1	Arrangements organized on the guidelines given by Colonel W.L.A.C Perera, 652 Brigade Commander included a Bodhi Pooja, conducted inside the camp after inviting a Buddhist monk to the location.
+en_108348_2	On the anniversary day (15 Dec), the 652 Brigade Commander in conformity with military traditions was received presenting a Guard Turnout at the entrance to the camp.
+en_108348_3	Afterwards, the Brigade Commander added memories by planting a sapling in the premises to coincide with the anniversary.
+en_108348_4	An all rank tea table added a special feature to the occasion.
+en_108348_5	On the same day, after the Brigade Commander’s customary address to the troops, a special Hindu Kovil Pooja invoked blessings on the troops on account of the anniversary.
+en_108348_6	At dusk, a musical evening attended by all Officers, Other Ranks and members of the civil staff entertained all of them.

ta-en/army/english/110087

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+en_110087_0	The Directorate of Psychological Operations intending to raise spiritual standards and mental peace among Officers and Other Ranks of the Armed Forces had one more meditation session at Bellummahara, ‘Bavunseth Vipassana Bhavana’ Centre on Wednesday (31) October.
+en_110087_1	58 Other Ranks of the Army and 2 Officers 16 Sailors serving the Sri Lanka Navy participated in the sessions.
+en_110087_2	Ven Diyasenpura Wimala Thero conducted these meditation sessions.

ta-en/army/english/110088

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+en_110088_0	Fallen War Heroes of the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) during the 'Operation Pawan' and other operations against LTTE terrorists during the period from 1987 to 1990 in Sri Lanka were commemorated and their sacrifices were remembered at the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) Monument in Palaly on Thursday (15) to coincide with the 73rd Independence Day of India.
+en_110088_1	The Consul General of India in Jaffna, Mr. S Balachandran and the Commander Security Forces - Jaffna, Major General Ruwan Wanigasooriya paid tribute to the memory of fallen IPKF War Heroes placing floral wreaths at the IPKF Monument during the brief and solemn ceremony.
+en_110088_2	Senior Army Officers, Officials in the Consulate General of India in Jaffna and troops attended the ceremony.

ta-en/army/english/110732

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+en_110732_0	Army troops of the 11 Division of the Security Force Headquarters - West and the 53 Division of the Commander's Reserve at Inamaluwa who have taken to cultivation and competed in the ‘Nagarayata Uyanwathu’ (Farmyards to Towns) agricultural competition, launched by the Department of Agriculture won the 1st place and the 3rd places in two districts beating more than 1520 competing units.
+en_110732_1	Army troops since the year 2007 have contributed to organic farming with the objective of promoting organic cultivation without use of any pesticides and provincial agricultural authorities were instrumental in encouraging Army personnel for cultivation by conduct of workshops, introducing organic techniques, manure, etc. 11 Division's farm in Kundasale accordingly won the 1st place in the Kandy District and the 53 Division farm in Dambulla under Matale district won the 3rd place in those separate competitions.
+en_110732_2	1520 government organizations, non-government organizations, schools, star graded hotels, and many more institutions vied in the competitions.
+en_110732_3	Department of Agriculture awarded certificates and trophies to the winners at the Plants and Genetic Recourse Centre (PGRC) at Gannoruwa on Tuesday (4).
+en_110732_4	General Officers Commanding of both 11 & 53 Divisions have extended their best wishes to those Army personnel, engaged in farming.

ta-en/army/english/111625

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+en_111625_0	A formal military ceremony plus an all rank tea and a lunch marked the 5th anniversary of the 121 Brigade Headquarters in Moneragala under the 12 Division of the Security Force Headquarters - Central on Wednesday (9) with the participation of the Brigade Commander and all ranks.
+en_111625_1	A Guard Turnout, presented to the 121 Brigade Commander, Brigadier N.C Soomaweera at the entrance to the premises greeted him on the anniversary day before the rest of the itinerary got underway, inclusive of the planting of a mango sapling, a troop address and an all rank lunch.
+en_111625_2	Commanding Officers in all units under command to the 121 Brigade and all ranks in the Brigade contributed to the day's event.

ta-en/army/english/1139

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+en_1139_0	11 Division Headquarters with a view to promoting goodwill and understanding among All Ranks and family members organized a special get-together for officers and Other Ranks of under command establishments on Saturday (28) with family members near the Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya.
+en_1139_1	The event was graced by the Major General W.G.H.A.S Bandara, General Officer Commanding, 11 Division, 111 Brigade Commander & 112 Brigade Commander together with Commanding Officers of under command battalions.
+en_1139_2	During the meet, all were entertained to lunch and refreshments.

ta-en/army/english/114482

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+en_114482_0	As the Army-initiated Field Training Exercise (FTX), ‘Cormorant Strike - 2018’ is fast nearing its climax, two more mock operations, aimed to capture the enemy alive from hideouts occurred in the general areas of Thalai Mannar and Aandankulam respectively on Monday (17) as one more practical segment of the FTX training module.
+en_114482_1	8 eight man-teams of the 3 Commando Regiment, dedicated to reassert its self-confidence, flexibility and quick reaction ability by using unconventional tactics and other better means of ground reconnaissance contributed to the mock Exercise in an impressive manner.
+en_114482_2	In the meantime, a similar mock Operation conducted using snipers in enemy territories kicked off in the general area of Kaddamurippukulam on Monday (17) as another addition to the whole of the FTX.
+en_114482_3	For this operation, 4 eight man-teams from 1 Commando Regiment and three foreign military men, including Indonesian snipers, took part under the supervision of FTX supervising staff.

ta-en/army/english/11547

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+en_11547_0	A representative group of the International Crisis Group (ICG), Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) currently in Sri Lanka during a tour to the north went to the Security Force Headquarters - Jaffna (SFHQ-J) in order to receive an update on civil-military cooperation projects and ongoing reconciliation process with special focus on social development and poverty.
+en_11547_1	Mr Alan Keenan, Project Director and Senior Analyst in the ICG, based in Sri Lanka met Major General Roshan Seneviratne, General Officer Commanding, 51 Division on behalf of the Jaffna Commander and received a comprehensive update on relevant concerns during the cordial meeting.

ta-en/army/english/116271

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+en_116271_0	The 23 Division-organized Flag Blessing ceremony jointly with the Security Force Headquarters - East (SFHQ-E) at Mangalaramaya, Batticaloa on Thursday (6) on account of the forthcoming 69th Army anniversary and the Army Day (Oct 10) was attended by Major General Santhusitha Pananwala, Commander, Security Forces – East.
+en_116271_1	General Officer Commanding, 23 Division, Brigadier Chula Abenayaka and 231 Brigade Commander, Brigadier Senarath Niwunhella were instrumental in organizing the event.
+en_116271_2	A representative gathering of Officers and Other Rankers serving in the SFHQ-E, Forward Maintenance Area - East (FMA-East) and the 23 Division took part in event.
+en_116271_3	Members of the Maha Sangha, headed by Ven.
+en_116271_4	Ampitiye Sumanarathana Thero, Chief Incumbent at Mangalaramaya, Batticaloa chanted ‘Seth Pirith’ and invoked blessings on flags of the SFHQ-E, FMA-East, 23 Division, 231 Brigade, 232 Brigade, 233 Brigade and all other under command Battalions.
+en_116271_5	The religious observances also transferred merits to all fallen War Heroes and invoked blessings on injured Army personnel and those who are serving in the Eastern region as well as members of Army families.
+en_116271_6	Commander, FMA-East, Major General Manoj Mudannayaka, Brigade Commanders and a gathering of senior Officers were also present during the ceremony.

ta-en/army/english/116375

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+en_116375_0	A sudden fire that erupted in a drapery shop near 10th Mile Post, Athurugiriya, Malabe road this evening (13) is being controlled by fire-fighters and Army troops of the 14 Division under the Security Force Headquarters - West (SFHQ-West).
+en_116375_1	At the time this story was pasted 3 Officers, 20 Other Rankers and ordnance corps Fire vehicle with 3 Army riders on the directions of the General Officer Commanding, 14 Division are engaged in the fight against spreading fire with the closer supervision of the Commanding Officer 9 Sri Lanka Light Infantry, Major Dias Gunarathna.
+en_116375_2	It is suspected that the fire has erupted due to the extreme weather conditions currently prevailing in the Western Province.

ta-en/army/english/116683

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+en_116683_0	Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Mahesh Senanayake as the Chief Guest attended the award ceremony of the Association of Retired Flag Rank Officers (ARFRO)-organized Masterminds Competition-2018, held at Boralesgamuwa Golden Rose Hotel on Saturday (1).
+en_116683_1	88 teams, comprised of tri service officers competed in this mega event, conducted under three phases.
+en_116683_2	54 Army, 19 Navy and 15 Air Force officer competitors, segmented into 3-member teams competed in the Masterminds Competition (MC) which was designed to improve the general knowledge on military affairs, social issues, current global trends and the practice of reading at leisure.
+en_116683_3	The Commander of the Army was welcomed by the President, ARFRO Rear Admiral (rtd) Sarath Rathnakeerthi at the venue.
+en_116683_4	The day's itinerary got to a start with the presentation of the conceptual analysis and a briefing presented by Major General (rtd) Upul Perera who is also the Chairman, ARFRO- Masterminds Competition Steering Committee.
+en_116683_5	Dr A. R Colonne delivered the guest lecture for the occasion.
+en_116683_6	Commander of the Army awarded medals, trophies, and cash prizes to the winners.
+en_116683_7	Air Force team, collecting the highest marks emerged as the best team and the runners-up slots went to Navy and Army teams.
+en_116683_8	The Commander of the Army made a brief speech to the occasion.
+en_116683_9	Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Tri service Directors of Training, Commandant DSCSC, Vice Chancellor KDU and many Senior Officers (serving and retried) joined the day's programme.

ta-en/army/english/11729

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+en_11729_0	Ven Diyasenpura Wimala Thero, the renowned meditation practitioner at ‘Bavunseth Mind Relaxing Meditation Centre’ at Hellummahara, Dekatana held another meditation session for one Officer and forty-eight Other Ranks of the Sri Lanka Army on Monday (7).
+en_11729_1	It was organized at the request of the Directorate of Psychological Operations at the Army Headquarters.

ta-en/army/english/117471

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+en_117471_0	61 Division troops in Velankulam responding to a request made to them assisted civil organizers for conduct of a ceremony to felicitate senior citizens in the area to coincide with the World Elders’ Day at Kovilmotai Vidyalaya.
+en_117471_1	Organized by the Grama Seva official and a few other civilians, the event was supplied with temporary tents, chairs, other essentials and logistic support by the Army on the directions of Brigadier K.D.C.G.J Thilakaratne, General Officer Commanding, 61 Division.
+en_117471_2	In addition, the troops got the assistance of philanthropists in the area for free supply of snacks, water and refreshments for the occasion.
+en_117471_3	A total of 75 adults were honoured and their roles were lauded during this event.

ta-en/army/english/117519

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+en_117519_0	Troops of the 22 Sri Lanka National Guard (22 SLNG) in the Security Force Headquarters – Jaffna (SFHQ-J) celebrated their 20th anniversary on 28 July 2018 with a series of commemorative programmes.
+en_117519_1	It included a special Bodhi Puja and a blood donation campaign on the directions of the Commanding Officer Major Lalith Samarakoon.
+en_117519_2	Similarly, military formalities got underway with a Guard Turnout on the same day.
+en_117519_3	The salute was presented to the Commanding Officer by troops of the 22 SLNG.
+en_117519_4	He planted a sapling in the premises and addressed the troops.

ta-en/army/english/118187

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+en_118187_0	Colonel T.C Meththananda of Sri Lanka General Service Corps on Thursday (31) assumed duties as the new Director Budget and Finance Management of the Army at the Directorate in Dalugama, Kelaniya during a brief ceremony.
+en_118187_1	The newly-appointed Director signed an official document after religious observances and symbolized the acceptance of the new Directorate.
+en_118187_2	Staff officers of the Directorate and other ranks were present during the occasion.

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+en_118576_0	Making a courtesy call on the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva, Colombo-based Pakistan High Commission’s Defence Attaché, Colonel Sajjad Ali extended greetings and best wishes on his new appointment when the latter visited the Army Headquarters on Wednesday (11).
+en_118576_1	Both the Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Silva and the visiting Colonel Sajjad Ali during cordial discussions acknowledged sound and friendly relations that exist between both military organizations for so many years.
+en_118576_2	Lieutenant General Silva also recalled the support the Pakistan Army lent during the critical phases of the humanitarian operations in the Wanni before May in 2009.
+en_118576_3	He also thanked the Pakistan Army for offering many training opportunities for members of the Sri Lankan armed forces and other logistic requirements as a true neighbour in the region.
+en_118576_4	Colonel Sajjad Ali conveyed the best wishes to the Commander for his new appointment and assured the Pakistan Army’s continued support to the Sri Lankan Armed Forces.
+en_118576_5	At the end of the cordial meeting, both of them exchanged mementos as symbols of friendship and understanding.

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+en_118708_0	Rear Admiral (Retd) Ananda Peiris, Director General, Civil Security Department (CSD) on Tuesday (14) paid a courtesy call on the acting Chief of Defence Staff & Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva at the Army Headquarters.
+en_118708_1	This was the first formal visit he made to the Commander’s office after he was appointed to the office of the Director General, CSD.
+en_118708_2	During the cordial meeting, both of them exchanged views on matters of concern to them.
+en_118708_3	At the end of the courtesy call, Lieutenant General Silva awarded a memento to the visiting CSD as a token of goodwill and appreciation.

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+en_12151_0	Brigadier B.B Randeniya assumed office as the new Commander, Forward Maintenance Area-East (FMA-East) on Saturday (1) at Minneriya.
+en_12151_1	The new FMA-East Commander signed an official document symbolically amid religious observances and signified the acceptance of the new office.
+en_12151_2	Senior Officers, Officers and Other Ranks attended the occasion.

ta-en/army/english/121637

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+en_121637_0	All Security Force Headquarters, Forward Maintenance Area HQs, Divisions, Brigades Training establishments and all formations had their own separate first working day arrangements to coincide with dawn of the New Year 2020.
+en_121637_1	Commander, Security Forces - Jaffna, Major General Ruwan Wanigasooriya at commencement of the day’s arrangement hoisted the National Flag and joined singing of the National Anthem and the Army Song.
+en_121637_2	A two-minute the silence was observed afterwards to remember fallen War Heroes and taking of the State Allegiance Oath followed before the New Year message of Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva was read out to the gathering.
+en_121637_3	After a while, Commander, SF-J addressed all Officers, Other Ranks, members of civil staff and wished all of them be filled with courage and strength to continue their work together with new hopes and success in the New Year.
+en_121637_4	At the end of the programme, the Commander Security Forces – Jaffna along with Senior Staff Officers joined for refreshments with All Ranks.
+en_121637_5	As part of the day’s programme, SFHQ-J troops, covering over an acre of the area belonging to the SFHQ-J complex planted Jak and Mee saplings as a contribution to the tree planting programme in the peninsula.
+en_121637_6	In addition, SFHQ-J troops visited 5 Elders’ Homes, including Shivaboomi Elders’ Home in Tholpuram, Cooperative Elders’ Home in Mulai, Mother Theresa Elders’ Home in Kondavil, St Lucas Elders’ Home in Puttur and Paramananda Children’s and Elders’ Home in Karaveddi and provided lunch to inmates on account of the New Year day.
+en_121637_7	Army calypso music groups provided entertainment to those troops.
+en_121637_8	Major General Ruwan Wanigasooriya, Commander, SF-J attended the programme at the Shivaboomi Elders’ Home in Tholpuram and joined the provision of lunch to more than 98 inmates at the location.
+en_121637_9	Forward Maintenance Area troops, 51, 52 and 55 Division troops supported the project at those charity homes.
+en_121637_10	Similarly, Major General Rohitha Dharmasiri, Commander, Security Forces -Wanni adding SFHQ-W share to the commemoration of the New Year raised the National Flag and began the day’s proceedings with the two-minute silence, reading of the State Allegiance Oath, reading of the Commander’s message and his own address to the troops, in which he extended best wishes to all at the SFHQ-W and under command formations.
+en_121637_11	An All Rank tea table, attended by all Officers and Other Ranks culminated the day’s event.
+en_121637_12	Meanwhile, SFHQ-W also contributed to the ongoing ‘Thuru Mithuru Nawa Ratak’ tree planting drive, conceptualized by the Commander of the Army by troops of the SFHQ-W.
+en_121637_13	Valuable saplings such as Kumbuk, Mee, Woodapple, Jak, etc were planted during this programme.
+en_121637_14	Commander, SF-W planted the first few saplings and began the event with all ranks.
+en_121637_15	Similarly, 100 saplings of valuable tree varieties were planted inside the 612 Brigade camp premises on Wednesday (1) to be in parallel with the Army Commander’s ‘Thuru Mithuru Nawa Ratak’ project under the guidance of Major General R.K.B.S Ketakumbura, GOC, 61 Division.
+en_121637_16	In the same manner, 622 Brigade troops on the directions of Colonel A.M.C.P Wijeyarathne, 622 Brigade Commander carried out a tree planting programme in the general area of Kiri Ibbanwewa in Welioya to coincide with the same tree planting project of the Army.
+en_121637_17	Major General J.M.U.D Jayasinghe, GOC, 62 Division gave directions for the programme.
+en_121637_18	In the meantime, Security Force Headquarters - Mullaittivu did their share for the ceremonial beginning of the 1st working day of the year on the directions of Major General Jayantha Senevirathna, Commander Security Forces - MLT.
+en_121637_19	Flag-raising, followed by singing of the National Anthem and the Army song, remembrance of fallen War Heroes, reading of the State Allegiance Oath and the message of the Commander of the Army, milk pot boiling, tree planting, All Rank tea table, etc dominated the day’s proceedings.
+en_121637_20	Security Force Headquarters - West in Panagoda began their 1st working day of the year ceremonially on the directions of Major General Mahinda Mudalige, Commander Security Forces – West at the SFHQ-West premises on Wednesday (1).
+en_121637_21	Flag-raising, followed by singing of the National Anthem and the Army song, remembrance of fallen War Heroes, reading of the State Allegiance Oath and the message of the Commander of the Army, tree planting, All Rank tea table, etc dominated the day’s proceedings.
+en_121637_22	In another significant development, Leo Club gifted 500 Mee saplings to the Commander SF-West on the same occasion as an incentive to the Army to continue with its ‘Thuru Mithuru Nawa Ratak’ tree planting drive.
+en_121637_23	Security Force Headquarters - Central in Diyathalawa meanwhile ceremonially began the 1st working day of the year on the directions of Major General Laksiri Waduge, Commander, Security Forces – Central.
+en_121637_24	Flag-raising, followed by singing of the National Anthem and the Army song, remembrance of fallen War Heroes, reading of the State Allegiance Oath and the message of the Commander of the Army, tree planting, All Rank tea table, etc dominated the day’s proceedings.
+en_121637_25	In the meantime, 53 Division troops based in Inamaluwa, Dambulla added their share to the ‘Thuru Mithuru Nawa Ratak’ tree planting drive on the New Year day (January 1) by planting 300 valuable saplings in the camp premises.
+en_121637_26	The project was carried out on the instructions of Brigadier H.H.A.S.P.K Senarathna, General Officer Commanding (GOC), 53 Division.
+en_121637_27	Similarly, the Centre for Army Vocational Training (CAVT) at Saliyawewa, Kalaoya marked the dawn of the New Year with a chain of events.
+en_121637_28	Boiling of milk pot as a ritual, reading of the State Allegiance Oath, tree planting, alms-giving to Elders’ Home at Lurudu Matha Christian Church, Bodhi Pooja, Commandant’s address to the troops and all rank tea arrangement were among major features of the commemoration of the day.
+en_121637_29	In the meantime, the Security Force Headquarters - East based in Welikanda, heralding the dawn of the New Year 2020, also had their own ceremonials to mark the first working day on 01 January 2020 at the SFHQ premises.
+en_121637_30	Hoisting of the National Flag by the Commander SF -East Major General H.R.N Fernando and Sri Lanka Army Flag by Brigadier General Staff, Brigadier M.K.S Silva kicked off the day's proceedings, followed by singing of the National Anthem and the Army Song before a two-minute silence was observed to respect fallen War Heroes.
+en_121637_31	Just after that everyone pledged their allegiance to the State by reading the Government Servants’ Oath before the Commander SF (East).
+en_121637_32	Afterwards, the troops listened to the New Year Message of the Commander of the Army and the troop address of the SF-East SF (East) who extended best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.
+en_121637_33	Subsequently, all ranks of the Security Force Headquarters (East) gathered to enjoy sweetmeats replete with traditional foods, including milk rice, oil cakes, kokis, assmi, etc arranged at the Other Ranks' Mess.
+en_121637_34	Meanwhile, 62 Division HQ of the Security Force HQ - Wanni added their share to the dawn of the New Year by resorting to formalities as in other formations.
+en_121637_35	The first working day of the New Year 2020 was marked with hoisting of the National flag, singing of the National anthem, observance of two-minute silence to remember fallen War Heroes, taking state allegiance oath and reading of the Commander’s message and a common tea table.
+en_121637_36	General Officer Commanding, Major General Dhammika Jayasinghe, Senior Officers and Other Ranks were present during the occasion.
+en_121637_37	In the meantime, both ‘Ranaviru’ Apparels factories (RVAPL) at Yakkala and Alawwa as per directions of the Commander of the Army greeted the first working day of the New Year 2020 with formalities, practised elsewhere across all Army formations.
+en_121637_38	Hoisting of the National Flag by Yakkala and Alawwa respective by Commandants and Senior Officers, recital of the National Anthem and the Army song, reading of the State Allegiance Oath and the Commander’s message and a common tea table dominated the day’s programme.
+en_121637_39	In addition, the RVAPL at Alawwa held two separate prize-awarding ceremonies in the premises.
+en_121637_40	The Commandant gave away the trophy for Best Production Line at Yakkala factory for the month of December to the Third production line Manager Major Indika Bandara, serving at Yakkala accompanied by its supervisor and appreciated all the members while encouraging them to continue their quality performances.

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+en_121881_0	The Special Forces Team performed well to grab the fifth place with timing of 2 hours 45 minutes and 25 seconds.
+en_121881_1	Best timing was placed as 2 hours 18 minutes 49 seconds to be won by Nepal’s Army Team.
+en_121881_2	This was the first time that a team from Special Forces (SF) Regiment participated in such a competition and was placed fifth in an internationally-recognized event of this nature, bringing recognition to the Army.
+en_121881_3	The competition was a team event and conducted under three different adventures in running (6.7 km), cycling (26 km) and rafting (11 km) of a total of 43.7 km in distance.
+en_121881_4	Thirteen teams participated in the competition, including two Briksh Gurkha Teams, one Bangladesh Team and nine Nepal Teams.
+en_121881_5	The event was held at the banks of Trisuli River in Dhading District.
+en_121881_6	The SF team had only limited time for practices and preparations and they were directly selected from the Regiment.
+en_121881_7	Mr Shanith Muhandiramge and Mr Wede Campbell voluntarily assisted them for cycling and rafting practices.
+en_121881_8	Although twenty members took part in the initial training, only five (four participants and one reserve) were selected for the participation in Nepal.

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+en_121890_0	Flag Marches organized by the troops in Forward Maintenance Area - East Headquarters got underway in Hingurakgoda & Polonnaruwa towns on Friday (05) on account of the forthcoming 69th Army Anniversary and the Army Day (Oct 10).
+en_121890_1	Under the guidance of the Commander, Security Forces - East (SF-E) Major General Santhusitha Pananwala, Commander, Forward Maintenance Area (East) Major General Manoj Mudannayaka closely supervised the marches in both places.
+en_121890_2	The representative troops of the FMA-East attired in glittering dresses marched with flags of Forward Maintenance Area - East, 3 Engineer Service Regiment, 4 Sri Lanka Army Service Corps, 5 Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps, 3 Sri Lanka Army Ordnance Corps, 3 Sri Lanka Electrical & Mechanical Engineers, 2 Sri Lanka Corps of Military Police and 6 (Volunteer) and Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps during those marches.

ta-en/army/english/121952

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+en_121952_0	Security Force Headquarters - East (SFHQ-E) with the sponsorship provided by two philanthropists, gave away a large stock of school uniforms, dry-ration packets, clothing items and other essentials among students and low-income group families on Friday (13).
+en_121952_1	Coordinated by the 23 Division Headquarters, civilians in Mahasenpura area received dry-rations and clothing items during this programme while students at Mahasenpura Primary School were awarded school uniforms as incentives.
+en_121952_2	The event took place at Welikanda Mahasenpura Primary School premises with the participation of Brigadier Chula Abenayaka, General Officer Commanding, 23 Division as the Chief Guest.
+en_121952_3	Messrs Sanjaya Gunasekara and Tharaka Rathnaweera have extended their generosity for the project at the request of the 23 Division Headquarters of the SFHQ-E

ta-en/army/english/122037

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+en_122037_0	53 kids learning at Palar Pahal pre-school in Nilaveli, Jaffna along with teachers and their parents visited the newly-opened Jaffna International Airport to witness its operations and experience after boarding one aircraft on Friday (03).
+en_122037_1	Major General Ruwan Wanigasooriya, Commander Security Forces - Jaffna in response to a request made by the pre-school supported the move and provided them refreshments too.

ta-en/army/english/122309

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+en_122309_0	Directorate of Psychological Operations in coordination with the Directorate of Preventive Medicine & Mental Health Services at the Colombo Army Hospital has launched a programme to train Officers on Mental Counselling after selecting 1 Officer from each Unit in all island-wide formations.
+en_122309_1	The practical clinical workshop for 14 Officers who were picked from Jaffna and Kilinochchi Security Forces for this specific project got underway on Monday (16) at the Colombo Army Hospital auditorium.
+en_122309_2	The first phase of this training programme for the same set of Officers took place during 25 November - 1 December 2019 at the SFHQ-Kilinochchi.
+en_122309_3	The inaugural lecture was delivered by Colonel R.M.M Moneragala, Director, Directorate of Preventive Medicine & Mental Health Services.
+en_122309_4	Lieutenant Colonel S.J Kariyakarawana, Staff Officer - 1 at Directorate of Psychological Operations also made a brief addressed to the inauguration.

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+en_1224_0	The Deputy High Commissioner of India in Sri Lanka HE Dhirendra Singh during a visit to Kandy called at the 11 Division Headquarters and shared a few thoughts with Major General Tissa Nanayakkara, General Officer Commanding, 11 Division on Thursday (13).
+en_1224_1	The cordial meet was attended by another envoy at the Indian High Commission.

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+en_123927_0	Giving a moral fillip and recognizing inborn aesthetic talents of differently-able War Heroes still under recuperation and rehabilitation at Army-managed wellness resorts, Major General Nirmal Dharmaratne, Deputy Chief of Staff on behalf of the Commander of the Army Thursday (12) evening inaugurated the mega exhibition of handicrafts, art work and sculpture, 'Uttanaveerya', solely produced by those War Heroes at J.D.A Perera Gallery, Horton Place, Colombo 7 .
+en_123927_1	This Art and Craft Exhibition -2019, ‘Uttanaveerya’ (perseverance) saw its birth on a conceptual notion, proposed by the Commander of the Army who maintained that those War Heroes should find expression through their creative and artistic talents aesthetically too while they continue to undergo rehabilitation.
+en_123927_2	The Adjutant General, together with the Directorate of Rehabilitation, aimed at enhancing and admiring the skills and talents of those differently able War Heroes created the space for public display of those creative products, inclusive of drawings, arts, drawings, sculptures, woodcraft, images, paintings, etc. It will remain open to the public until 8.pm on Friday (13).
+en_123927_3	Those exhibits, inclusive of 34 woodcraft, 172 paintings, 203 handcraft, 15 sculptures and 23 other exhibits were crafted by inmates at ‘Ranaviru Sevana, Abhimansala 1, 2, 3 and 'Mihindu Seth Medura' at Attidiya.
+en_123927_4	The day's Chief Guest, Major General Nirmal Dharmaratne, Deputy Chief of Staff taking a close look at those exhibits inquired into their creative aspects and materials used for those products and other related information.
+en_123927_5	He also took a keen interest in talking to those producers and shared a couple of views with them during his stay inside the gallery.
+en_123927_6	Director General Infantry, Chief Signal Officer, Adjutant General, Director Rehabilitation, Senior Officers, Commandants, Officers, next of kin of those War Heroes and a gathering of visitors were present during the inauguration.

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+en_124561_0	25th anniversary ceremonies of the 10 Gajaba Regiment (GR) got underway at the Battalion Headquarters in Batticaloa on Saturday (12) in the presence of a huge gathering religious dignitary, Major General Shavendra Silva - Chief of Staff and Colonel of the Regiment, Gajaba Regiment.
+en_124561_1	His Lordship Rt. Rev Joseph Ponnaiah, Bishop of Batticaloa Diocese, Lieutenant General (retd) Jagath Dias, First Commanding Officer of the Battalion, Major General Aruna Jayasekara, Commander, Security Forces - East, Senior DIG Kapila Jayasekara for Eastern Province and a large gathering of invitees representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police and leading personalities and senior civilians attended the event.
+en_124561_2	The highlight of the evening was the felicitation given to all former Commanding Officers of the Battalion in recognition of their dedicated services for elevation of the battalion to the present status.
+en_124561_3	A colourful entertainment programme concluded the proceedings.
+en_124561_4	A series of other events were also organized by the Officers and Other Ranks of the 10 Gajaba Regiment to mark the anniversary.
+en_124561_5	Religious observances of major denominations, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu and Islamic faiths were administered by respective religious dignitaries after an overnight Pirith Chanting and alms-giving held at the Battalion headquarters.
+en_124561_6	Subsequently, Hindu religious observances took place at the Mamangama Kovil, followed by Islamic prayers at the Batticaloa Jummah Masjid and Catholic service at St. Mary’s Cathedral Batticaloa where blessings were invoked on the battalion and the Army and wounded war heroes, serving ones, family members and merits were transferred to fallen ones.
+en_124561_7	A blood donation campaign was organized at the Battalion Headquarters with the voluntary participation of military personnel and civilians in order to donate their blood to the Blood Bank at Batticaloa Teaching Hospital.
+en_124561_8	Around 120 individuals including clergy, military and a substantial number of civilians donated blood for this noble cause.
+en_124561_9	On the same day, a mid-day meal was provided to children at Harry Children's Home, Batticaloa, followed by donation of school items to the children.
+en_124561_10	A formal Guard Turnout followed by a Ceremonial Parade at the Headquarters in Batticaloa on 7 January 2019 greeted its Commanding Officer Lt. Col Ruwan Ehelepola in keeping with military traditions.
+en_124561_11	The proceedings also included an All Ranks lunch with the participation of all the Officers and Other Ranks of the Battalion.
+en_124561_12	At the end of the day's programme, an entertainment session with a musical show was held during evening hours.
+en_124561_13	All former Regimental Sergeant Majors of the Battalion were also felicitated during the evening programme.