Publish Date: 2026-08-28
Diyathalawa — The Probationary Officers’ Course, Intake 45 of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), was successfully completed yesterday at the Sri Lanka Army Volunteer Force Training School in Diyathalawa. The course, which commenced on 22 June 2026, provided foundational military training to cadet officers over its duration.
A total of 46 cadet officers — 18 female and 28 male — took part in the course and demonstrated outstanding performance in all training components. Training included intensive physical training, drill mastery, classroom lectures, demonstrations, and practical field sessions designed to develop leadership, discipline, and basic military skills.
The closing ceremony was graced by Major General APCR Premathilake RSP USP ndc, Director of the National Cadet Corps, who served as the chief guest and delivered the keynote address. Other dignitaries in attendance included Brigadier AKCS De Silva RSP ndc, the Deputy Director of NCC ; Colonel TSBR Fernando, Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Volunteer Force Training School; Lieutenant Colonel HMSK Herath, Commanding Officer of the 15 Battalion of the National Cadet Corps; and senior officers of both the NCC and the Volunteer Force Training School.
Cadet Officer JMAS Jayasundara secured first place on the merit list for Intake 45. The day concluded with a camaraderie evening attended by course participants and guests, marking the formal end of the programme.
RANTAMBE — August 03, 2026: The Junior Cadet Boys Provincial Assessment Camp – Detail I, held at the Rantambe Training Centre, a nurturing ground for creative and resilient young minds, successfully concluded on August 03.
The passing-out parade was commanded by Lieutenant Colonel W.M.A. Weerasinghe, while Major Ashoka Abeysinghe served as the Second-in-Command. Warrant Officer I HMGLV Mawilmada, 02nd Battalion and Warrant Officer I PHUS Samaranayake, 08th Battalion acted as Cadet Regiment Sergeant Majors, while the parade was further enhanced by the rhythmic performances of the Eastern Girls' Band of Holy Family Convent, Kurunegala.
Among the winners, St. Sylvester's College, Kandy, representing the 02nd Battalion of the Central Province, secured the Championship with a score of 763.65 marks, while Walala A. Rathnayake Central College, Menikhinna, representing the 23rd Battalion, secured the Runner-up position with 729.49 marks.
In the North Western Province, Dammissara National School, Naththandiya, representing the 35th Battalion, secured the Championship with an impressive score of 889.16 marks, while Walaswewa Gunapala Malalasekara Model School, representing the 04th Battalion, secured the Runner-up position with 758.32 marks.
In the Sabaragamuwa Province, Sirisaman Central College, Deraniyagala, representing the 09th Battalion, secured the Championship with 709.49 marks, while Galigamuwa Kobbawela Keerthirathna Maha Vidyalaya, also representing the 09th Battalion, secured the Runner-up position with 603.16 marks.
The passing-out parade held at Rantambe was graced by Colonel HMMC Bandara, the Deputy Director of North Western Province, as the Chief Guest. Addressing the parade, he expressed his appreciation for the resilience demonstrated by the young cadets and stated, “Those of you who have demonstrated resilience today will undoubtedly become outstanding individuals who will conquer the world tomorrow.”
The Junior Cadet Provincial Assessment Camp – Phase II – 2026, organized by the National Cadet Corps (NCC), was successfully concluded on 12 August 2026 at the Rantembe Training Centre.
The Passing Out Parade was held with the participation of 49 Boys’ Cadet Platoons representing Battalions 3, 7, 10, 19, 20, 22 and 24, creating a memorable and ceremonial occasion for the participating cadets.
The Chief Guest at the occasion was Colonel JAUJP Jayasuriya, Deputy Director, Western Province, National Cadet Corps. The parade was commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Priyantha Marasinghe (19 NCC), while Major Prasanna Herath (10 NCC) served as the Second-in-Command. HPUSP Alpid served as the Cadet Regimental Sergeant Major.
Musical accompaniment for the parade was provided by the Western Band of Victoria National School, representing the 28 Battalion.
Based on the results of the cadet competitions conducted among representatives of the Northern, Southern and Western Provinces, Bandaranayake College, Gampaha, representing the 7 Battalion, emerged as the Champion of the Western Province with a score of 846.49 points. Ananda College, Colombo 10, representing the 3 Battalion, secured the Runner-up position with 789.99 points.
In the Southern Province, Debarawewa National School, Tissamaharama, representing the 24 Battalion, secured the Championship with 762.82 points, while Ruhunu Vijayaba National School, Beliatta, representing the 10 Battalion, secured the Runner-up position with 641.15 points.
In the Northern Province, Nelliyadi National School, Karaveddi, representing the 20 Battalion, emerged as the Champion with 453.32 points, while Aliwangkuwa Maha Vidyalaya, Padaviya, Sripura, representing the 22 Battalion, secured the Runner-up position with 332.32 points.
The successful completion of the Junior Cadet Provincial Assessment Camp – Phase II – 2026 once again demonstrated the continued commitment of the National Cadet Corps to nurturing discipline, leadership, character, confidence and a sense of responsibility among young cadets, preparing them to become responsible and capable future leaders.
The Junior Cadet Provincial Assessment Camp – Stage III – 2026, which brought together discipline, courage and a spirit of achievement at the Rantembe Training Centre, successfully concluded on August 19, 2026, with an impressive Passing Out Parade.
The camp, conducted under the National Cadet Corps, which proudly carries a distinguished history and heritage, provided a valuable platform to assess the skills, discipline, leadership and team spirit of Junior Cadets. A total of 51 Cadet Platoons representing the North Central, Eastern and Uva Provinces participated in the assessment camp.
The Passing Out Parade was graced by Lieutenant Colonel DAR Upananda, Deputy Director of the Eastern Province, as the Chief Guest. Major JK Dissanayake served as the Parade Commander, while Major Sunil Jayasinghe served as the Second-in-Command.
Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM), Warrant Officer Class I AMMT Adhikari (32 NCC), and Warrant Officer Class I HMS Nethsara (11 NCC) also took part in the parade, adding further pride and distinction to the occasion.
Adding a vibrant musical touch to the parade, the Eastern Band Platoon of Sri Sumangala College, Wariyapola, representing the 02nd Battalion, contributed to the event with its rhythmic performance.
Marks of Victory..... Following days of dedication, determination and competition, the Cadet Platoons that demonstrated outstanding performance emerged as the winners of the respective provincial assessments.
In the Uva Province, Dharmapala Maha Vidyalaya, Bandarawela, of the 06th Battalion, secured the Championship with 763.82 marks, while Welimada Central College of the same Battalion became the Runner-up with 761.49 marks.
In the North Central Province, Sirimapura Maha Vidyalaya, Rajanganaya, of the 05th Battalion, emerged as the Champion with 710.82 marks, while Walisinghe Harischandra Maha Vidyalaya of the same Battalion secured the Runner-up position with 700.98 marks.
In the Eastern Province, Hiluriya Vidyalaya, Kattankudy, of the 38th Battalion, secured the Championship with 561.61 marks, while Kinniya Central College of the 21st Battalion became the Runner-up with 496.99 marks.
The “Sadesa Tharunu Abhiman – 2026” Inter-Provincial Youth Exchange Programme, organised with the objective of promoting the exchange of religious, cultural and social experiences, attitudes and skills among Cadet Boys and Girls, was successfully held from 29 July to 02 August 2026, centred in Clappenberg, Trincomalee.
The programme was conducted under the guidance and direction of the Director of the National Cadet Corps, Major General APCR Premathilaka RSP USP ndc, together with senior officers of the National Cadet Corps. A total of 350 Cadet Boys and Girls representing the Sinhala, Tamil and Muslim communities, along with 50 Cadet Officers and Officer Instructors, representing all provinces of Sri Lanka, participated in the programme.
The key objectives of the programme were to strengthen cooperation among different ethnic communities, identify barriers to reconciliation, develop an understanding of the cultural characteristics of different communities, promote effective communication and facilitate the exchange of knowledge and experiences among participants. The programme also aimed to nurture a generation of young people who respect all communities and religions while appreciating diversity and promoting national unity.
A wide range of activities was organised throughout the programme, including soft skills development programmes, outdoor and leadership activities, recreational programmes, cultural performances, a movie screening, musical programmes, walks and band displays, dining etiquette sessions and boat rides.
As part of the programme, a special community cleaning initiative titled “Shramabhimani” was also launched in the Eastern Province with the active participation of Cadet Boys and Girls representing all parts of the country. The initiative was conducted in collaboration with the Clean Sri Lanka National Programme, providing the young participants with an opportunity to contribute towards environmental conservation and community responsibility.
The Opening Ceremony was held on 30 July 2026 at the Auditorium of St. Joseph’s College, Trincomalee, under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Defence Major General K.P. Aruna Jayasekara (Retired) WWV RSP VSV USP ndc psc.
The Closing Ceremony was held on 02 August 2026 under the patronage of the Governor of the Eastern Province, Professor Jayanthalal Ratnasekera.
The success of the programme was further strengthened by the invaluable support extended by the Tri-Forces, Sri Lanka Police, National Youth Corps, government and private sector institutions, and the people of the Eastern Province.
The programme served as a significant platform for bringing together young people from diverse communities, fostering mutual understanding and strengthening the values of national unity, reconciliation, cooperation and peaceful coexistence. Through shared experiences and meaningful interaction, “Sadesa Tharunu Abhiman – 2026” contributed towards nurturing a young generation committed to building a united and harmonious Sri Lanka.
National Cadet Corps (NCC) joined the national celebrations of the Poson Festival at Anuradhapura. Cadets and officers from the 4th, 5th, 13th, and 23rd Battalions joined the Poson Devotional Songs (Bhakthi Gee) session named "Sawana Rashmi Dhara". The performance took place on 29th June 2026, from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm, in front of the sacred Sandahiru Seya in Anuradhapura. The Director of the NCC and Provincial Educational Heads of the North Central Province also participated in this event.
A special "Dansala" (almsgiving stall) was organized by the cadets in the car park of the Sandahiru Seya. The initiative was held to serve and welcome the massive crowds of devotees who had traveled to Anuradhapura to worship the sacred stupa during the Poson festive season.
On 28 April 2026, a Pirith Chanting Ceremony was conducted at the Headquarters of the National Cadet Corps to invoke the blessings of the Triple Gems for the Corps, which celebrates its majestic legacy of 145 years. An elegant procession with traditional dancing troops from the 3rd, 9th, and 26th Battalions led the Maha Sangha to the venue. The Chief Incumbent of Sri Sudharshanaramaya, Kalubowila, conducted the religious observances and dedicated merit to all the fallen officers of the NCC and the cadets who made their supreme sacrifice for the sovereignty of the Motherland. The Director of the National Cadet Corps, Major General APCR Premathilaka RSP USP ndc, along with a few distinguished former Directors, also graced the occasion.
National Cadet Corps has today spread to all parts of Sri Lanka with 29 boys battalion and 9 girls battalions involving over 3000 school and same 85,000 cadets and over 3000 officers in the senior and junior divisions of the corps. In the process of development through the years its objectives too have changed, not only its name.
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