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Commander of Sri Lanka Army Visits South Western Command, Jaipur: Strengthening Bilateral Defence Ties

June 12, 2025 Photo(s): By PIB
Lt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of Sri Lanka Army, visited Jaipur and interacted with Lt General Manjinder Singh, Army Commander Sapta Shakti Command. During the interaction the two General Officers shared their insights and experiences on varied professional aspects.

As part of his ongoing official visit to India from June 11 to 14 2025, Lt General 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 General Rodrigo was warmly welcomed by Lt General 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 General 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 General 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 General 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.