The inaugural Colours Awarding Ceremony of the Civil Security Department was held at BMICH, Colombo on 3rd May 2016 under the patronage of His Excellency the President.
It was the first time that the Colours were awarded in the 32 year history of the Civil Security Department.
The cream of the CSD who excelled in 12 sports disciplines were presented with Colours whilst the Best Sportsman / Sportswoman of each sport also were presented with trophies by the Chief Guest, His Excellency the President Maithripala Sirisena.
WCS 11576 EAN Shyamalee was awarded as the Sportswoman of the year whilst T 91779 FBC Sampath was the winner of the title for men. HE the President sashed these two athletes.
The Secretary to the President, The Secretary of the Ministry of the Defence, the Secretary of the State Ministry of the Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff and Tri Service Commanders presented Colours at the glamorous event which won the admiration of all who attended the event.