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28th May 2021 21:03:42 Hours

FINAL DEMONSTRATION OF THE JOINT EXERCISE CORMORANT STRIKE 2015

The final demonstration of the joint exercise \"Cormorant Strike - 2015\" was held at Punnakudha area in Batticaloa on 23 September 2015.\r\n\r\nThis was the climax of the entire operation where the Commando Regiment and Special Forces executed their final assault capturing simulated hostile bases in Punnakudha by deploying small groups in coordination with the Air Force and the Navy.\r\n\r\nA total of 2500 infantrymen, inclusive of 245 sailors and 140 airmen participated in this exercise. In addition, 53 Foreign Service personnel representing eight nations also took part in Cormorant Strike - 2015 as participants and observers.\r\n\r\nThe first phase of the 'Exercise Cormorant Strike VI - 2015 ' commenced from Kokilai area on 23 September after a brief inaugural ceremony. The formal conclusion was witnessed by the Chief of Defence Staff, Air Chief Marshal Kolitha Gunatilleke as the Chief Guest. Tri service Commanders and other senior military officers also attended.