New Commanding Officer takes over SLNS Gokanna

Commander (INF) Vithana Rupasinghe assumed duties as the new Commanding Officer of SLNS Gokanna today, 22 October 2026.

Having received the new Commanding Officer in conformity with naval traditions, the official handing-over of duties took place at the naval establishment. Commander (INF) Chinthana Perera, who oversaw duties and responsibilities of the appointment, formally handed over duties to the newly appointed Commanding Officer.

Commander (INF) Vithana Roopasinghe, an officer of the 30th Intake of Officer Cadets, previously served as the Commanding Officer SLNS Welusumana under the Northern Naval Command.