New Commanding Officer takes over SLNS Gajabahu

Captain Ashoka Weerasekara assumed duties as the new Commanding Officer of Sri Lanka Naval Ship (SLNS) Gajabahu at the Bandaranaike Quay at Colombo port today, 29 September 2026.

Upon arrival, the newly appointed Commanding Officer was received in accordance with time-honoured naval traditions. Subsequently, the outgoing Commanding Officer, Captain Arosha Jayathunga, officially handed over duties and responsibilities of the appointment to the new Commanding Officer. Deputy Area Commander Western Naval Area, Commodore Aruna Wijewardena was also present on this occasion.

Having joined the naval fleet on 6 June 2019, SLNS Gajabahu has since served as a steadfast asset to the Sri Lanka Navy.