COMMANDER OF SRI LANKA ARMY VISITS SOUTH WESTERN COMMAND, JAIPUR: STRENGTHENING BILATERAL DEFENCE TIES

As part of his ongoing official visit to India from 11th to 14th June 2025, Lt Gen BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, visited the Headquarters South Western Command in Jaipur on the second day of his tour.

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. 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.

The day will conclude with a formal banquet hosted by Lt Gen Manjinder Singh in honour of the visiting dignitary. The event will provide an opportunity for informal interactions, further strengthening the camaraderie and personal bonds between the leadership of the two armies.

The visit underscores the ongoing commitment by both Sri Lanka and India to deepen their robust defence cooperation, which has been built over decades of shared history, mutual trust, and regional partnership. The bilateral defence relationship extends across various domains, including joint exercises, capacity building, military training exchanges and coordinated responses to regional challenges.

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