Rambukpotha appointed as Army Commander

17 February 2015 03:57 am - 7 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

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Major General Jagath Rambukpotha has been appointed as the Commander of the Army with effect from February 22, informed sources said.

Current Army Commander Daya Ratnayake is to be retired from the position on February 21.

Meanwhile, state owned SLBC also confirmed the new appointment.

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Veda-mama Tuesday, 17 February 2015 01:58 PM

WHAT ELSE TO SAY OTHER THAN TO WISH YOU ALL THE VERY BEST DURING YOUR STAY AS THE COMMANDER OF THE ARMY.

Prince Tuesday, 17 February 2015 02:45 PM

All The best. Please be impartial and honest in your position. Do not bend your back to any politicians and work for the safety and unity of our country.

Lawije Tuesday, 17 February 2015 03:28 PM

General servicemen say he is a genuine gentleman. Congratulations!

Thilak Barnes Tuesday, 17 February 2015 09:18 PM

Our School mate at Ananda College -Major Gen Jagath - I wish you all the very best during your stay as the Commander

Words Wednesday, 18 February 2015 09:59 AM

Luckily Prez. Sirisena took back control of the Defence Ministry.. otherwise we would have had another Royalist in this position too :)

lalith Wednesday, 18 February 2015 01:00 PM

Why are you so jealous of Royalists.Even your name is words.Find a better name man/woman.

Kalu Lal Thursday, 19 February 2015 08:01 AM

General Mahesh Senanayke is 1000 times better than this guy

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