New Army Headquarters...

November 8, 2019  

The new Sri Lanka Army Headquarters complex, equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technology and high-tech security systems, was declared open this morning (08) under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena.

The ceremony was attended by Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva, State Minister of Defence Ruwan Wijewardene and many other distinguished guests.

This new construction, which is erected at a 77-acre land located at Akuregoda in Pelawatta, is considered the largest building project ever implemented in Sri Lanka.

The new Army Headquarters building is established with an estimated cost of Rs. 53.3 billion.

 

New Army Headquarters...
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