Shavendra Silva new Army Commander

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Army Chief of Staff Major General Shavendra Silva has been appointed as the new army commander by President Maithripala Sirisena, President's Media Division said.

He is the 23rd Commander of the Sri Lanka Army.

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nayana rasika kurukulasuriya Monday, 19 August 2019 05:31 PM

CONGRATULATIONS, Mother Lankan will remember u all for ever

roobarbie Monday, 19 August 2019 07:58 PM

A well deserved appointment above reproach. Jayawewa!!

Zeena Sally Monday, 19 August 2019 06:44 PM

Dear General, Congratulations on your appointment as Commander of the SriLankan Army. May The Almighty Protect you, and Grant our Military success under your able stewardship!

Patriot Monday, 19 August 2019 07:48 PM

After long time President did something right.

Sugandh Thomas Monday, 19 August 2019 08:49 PM

Yet another war crimes suspect dodging trials at the mercy of fearful governments of Sri Lanka makes it to the top. If you ain't got nothing to hide, face the war crimes judiciary and get your names cleared.

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