Commander of Sri Lankan Army visits South Western Command

Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lankan Army, on Thursday (June 12, 2025) visited the South Western Command headquarters in Jaipur on the second day of his official tour to India from June 11 to 14.

“Lt Gen Rodrigo was warmly welcomed by Lt Gen Manjinder Singh, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, South Western Command. They engaged in detailed discussions on issues of mutual interest, focusing on areas such as regional security, joint training initiatives, capability development, and the exchange of best practices,” the Defence Ministry said.

“Lt Gen Rodrigo also interacted with other senior officers at the Command Headquarters, exchanging views on operational experiences and exploring opportunities to enhance cooperation between the two armies. In addition to his military engagements, Lt Gen Rodrigo will visit the military and heritage sites, where he will explore the rich military and cultural heritage of India,” it said.

Published - June 12, 2025 08:32 pm IST