Navy undertakes Ceremonial Guard at President House and hoisting of National Flag at Galle Face
 

Sri Lanka Army officially handed over the customary duty of Ceremonial Guard at the President House and hoisting of National Flag at the Galle Face to the Sri Lanka Navy with effect from 01 October 2017. Sri Lanka Navy is expected to undertake the said duties for 03 months ahead and that will subsequently be handed over to the Sri Lanka Air Force.

The hoisting of National Flag at the Galle Face will be carried out by SLNS Parakrama under the supervision of its Commanding Officer, Captain Anil Bowatte. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Commander Sujan Menikge performs duty as the Officer in Charge of Ceremonial Guard at the President House.