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11th December 2023 01:29:12 Hours

GENERAL SHAVENDRA SILVA HONOURS THE WAR HEROES AT INDIAN WAR HEROES MEMORIAL

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil during his official visit to India paid floral tribute to the fallen war heroes of the Indian Forces at National War Memorial, India.

In a heartwarming display of solidarity and respect, CDS of Sri Lanka, General Shavendra Silva, laid a wreath at the National War Memorial of the Indian Armed Forces' brave hearts who made the ultimate sacrifice for their nation.

While official engagements occupied his schedule, General Silva made a poignant pause to pay respects to India's fallen heroes. Accompanied by senior tri-services officers and distinguished military dignitaries, his solemn visit to the National War Memorial resonated with a deep sense of respect and shared grief. This gesture transcended the realm of official duties, reflecting a profound sense of shared sacrifice and the enduring bonds forged between the two nations.

This solemn tribute not only strengthens the existing bonds between the two nations but also serves as a powerful reminder of the shared values and unwavering commitment to peace and security that both countries uphold. General Shavendra Silva's visit to India, marked by this moving act of remembrance, reinforces the message that the fallen heroes of both nations will never be forgotten, and their sacrifices continue to inspire generations to come.