RANTAMBE — July 13, 2026: The Rantambe Training Centre saw a mood for celebration yesterday as the Defence Cadet Girls Battalion Assessment Camp Detail-IV drew to a spectacular close with an elegant passing-out parade. The ceremony marked the culmination of days continued tests and evaluations with adventure and endurance.
The final parade comprised of the girl cadets from the 7th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, and 17th Battalions., Colonel N.C.G. Silva, Deputy Director of the Southern Province graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The parade was commanded by Parade Commander Lt. Col. Ajantha Herath (L)(11 NCC), supported by Parade Second in Command Maj. Medha Dissanayaka(L) (09 NCC). Cadet Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM) Warrant Officer 1 M.S.N. Perera (11 NCC) and Warrant Officer 1 WO 1 RMJK Rajakaruna (09 NCC) proudly marched in the parade. The parade marched to rhythmic tunes performed by the Eastern Band of Sangamiththa Girls' School, Matale.
From the 7th Battalion, Yashodara Devi Girls' School secured a resounding victory, claiming the first place with an impressive score of 1254.26 marks. President's Central College, Embilipitiya rose to the top of the 10th Battalion by attaining 1046.30 marks, while Siripura Central College claimed the championship for the 11th Battalion with a total of 1068.97 marks.
Panadura Girls' College delivered a powerhouse performance to top the 12th Battalion, securing the highest overall score of the entire assessment detail with an exceptional 1265.64 marks. Meanwhile, Sri Sangamiththa Girls' College, Matale proved their excellence by leading the 13th Battalion with a score of 1024.29 marks. Rounding out the elite champions, D.S. Senanayake National School, Ampara proudly took the first place for the 17th Battalion by gaining 934.13 marks.
Addressing the gathering, Colonel N.C.G. Silva commended the rising standard of Girls Cadeting in Sri Lanka, highlighting that the discipline, teamwork, and resilience displayed at Rantambe would undoubtedly pave the way for these young gilrs to become future leaders of the nation.
