62 Division (Sri Lanka)
The 62 Division is a division of the Sri Lanka Army. Established on 10 October 2010, the division is currently based in Galkulama in the Northern Province.[1] The division is a part of Security Forces Headquarters – Wanni and has three brigades and six battalions.[1] Major General D H M A Wijesighe USP NDC psc has been commander of the division since 18 October 2016.[1] The division is responsible for 1,620 square kilometres (625 sq mi) of territory.[2]
| 62 Division | |
|---|---|
 62 Division flag | |
| Active | 10 October 2010 – present |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
| Branch | Sri Lanka Army |
| Size | 20,289 |
| Part of | Security Forces Headquarters – Wanni |
| Garrison/HQ | Galkulama, Northern Province |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Major General D H M A Wijesighe USP NDC psc |
Organisation
The division is currently organised as follows:[3]
- 621 Brigade
- 14th Battalion, Sri Lanka Light Infantry
- 17th Battalion, Sri Lanka National Guard
- 622 Brigade
- 9th Battalion, Gajaba Regiment (based in Nelumwewa, Northern Province)
- 27th Battalion, Gajaba Regiment (based in Pulmodai, Eastern Province)
- 623 Brigade
- 26th Battalion, Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment
- 11th Battalion, Gemunu Watch
References
- "62 Division". Sri Lanka Army. Archived from the original on 6 April 2014. Retrieved 6 April 2014.
- "History". Sri Lanka Army. Archived from the original on 6 April 2014. Retrieved 6 April 2014.
- "Organization". Sri Lanka Army. Archived from the original on 7 April 2014. Retrieved 6 April 2014.
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