Security Forces Headquarters – Kilinochchi Explained

Unit Name:Security Forces Headquarters – Kilinochchi
Dates:29 June 2009 – 16 October 2021
Allegiance: Sri Lanka
Size:3 divisions
Garrison:Iranamadu Camp, Kilinochchi
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Anniversaries:31 October
Battles:Sri Lankan Civil War
Current Commander:Maj. Gen. Ajith Kariyakarawana
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Security Forces Headquarters – Kilinochchi (SFHQ-KLN) was a regional command of the Sri Lanka Army, that was responsible for the operational deployment and command all army units stationed in Kilinochchi District, this includes several divisions and the independent brigades. This a new command established to maintain control over newly recaptured area. It was one of the five Security Forces Headquarters and the General Officer Commanding it is one of the most senior officers in the army, the post is designated as Commander Security Forces Headquarters - Kilinochchi. The SFHQ-KLN was based at Kilinochchi.[1] It was disbanded in October 2021, having been replaced with the newly formed I Corps.

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References

  1. http://www.army.lk/detailed.php?NewsId=697 Two New SF Headquarters Become Operational