Major General Lasantha Rodrigo RSP psc IG relinquished the duties of the Commandant of the Defence Services Command and Staff College on 25 June 2024 after completion of two years in the office. The formal military ceremony was held at the College to commemorate this occasion. The farewell formalities included a Tri Services Guard Turn Out, a Troop address and all Ranks tea at the College premises.

As per the traditions, the outgoing Commandant addressed the Course Participants of Course No 18, faculty members, permanent staff, Other Ranks, and civil staff, emphasizing the importance of embracing life’s challenges positively. Further, he extended his gratefulness for the unwavering support and commitments extended by all of them.

In view of appreciating the invaluable service rendered to the College, a memento was presented to the out going Commandant. Signing of the Visitor’s Book and the farewell street line for extending best wishes for his new appointment as the Commander of Security Force (Central) completed the formalities of the occasion. The Chief Instructors of the Army, Navy and Air Wings, faculty members, permanent staff, Other Ranks, and Civil Staff of the College partook in farewell formalities.

2024 MAJOR GENERAL LASANTHA RODRIGO RSP psc IG RELINQUISHED THE DUTIES AS THE COMMANDANT OF DEFENCE SERVICES COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maj Gen BKGML Rodrigo (8)