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The passing out parade ceremony of 187 new army officers was held at the Military Academy in Diyatalawa on December 19, 2020. Defence Secretary Kamal Gunaratne was the chief guest at the event. Army commander Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva also participated. Those who passed out included 17 women and three foreigners. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

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