Sri Lanka’s 70th Independence Day was celebrated with pomp and pageantry under the theme, “One Nation and Enduring Force” at Galle Face Green in Colombo under the patronage of His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.
The Civil Defence Force with a contingent of 14 officers and 499 men won the admiration of His Excellency the President, Hon. Prime Minister and other dignitaries for displaying their skills on parade aptly showcasing their commitment to protect and safeguard the Motherland.
Lt. Col. Lilan Ranchagoda led the Civil Security Department at the parade which saw the participation of the famed Western band of the Civil Security Department.