Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 28 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release:

2026-10-28 19:24:12 By SLAF Media 8 Comments -- >

SLAF BASE VAVUNIYA MARKS 48TH ANNIVERSARY

SLAF Base Vavuniya celebrated its 48th Anniversary on 27 October 2026 with a series of commemorative activities, reflecting the Base's commitment to service, welfare and community engagement.

The celebrations commenced with the customary Working Parade, reviewed by the Base Commander, Air Commodore Nipuna Thanippuliarachchi. During the parade, Flight Sergeant TM Fahim of Operations Ground I was awarded a Certificate of Merit in recognition of his valuable contribution to the Base.

Following the parade, a traditional almsgiving was held for the venerable Maha Sangha to invoke blessings on the personnel of the Base and their families, while commemorating the fallen heroes of the Sri Lanka Air Force who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.

As part of the anniversary celebrations, SLAF Base Vavuniya completed the renovation and colour washing of a school building at Poovarasankulam School, Vavuniya. The renovated building was officially handed over to the school on 26 October 2026, reaffirming the Base's commitment to supporting the local community and enhancing educational facilities.

Additionally, a foundation stone-laying ceremony was held at Sri Rathanasara Temple, Pudubulankulam, for the construction of a Budu Madura and an ablution facility. Personnel of SLAF Base Vavuniya are providing manpower support for the project as part of a Community Service Project, demonstrating the Base's continued contribution to community development.

Furthermore, a newly constructed bus stop along the main road directly in front of the Base was officially opened for the benefit of Base personnel and the local community. The project was financially sponsored by SLT-MOBITEL, while the construction work was undertaken by personnel of SLAF Base Vavuniya, reflecting the collaborative efforts of the Base and its partners in serving the wider community.

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SLAF Base Vavuniya celebrated its 48th Anniversary on 27 October 2026 with a series of commemorative activities, reflecting the Base's commitment to service, welfare and community engagement.

The celebrations commenced with the customary Working Parade, reviewed by the Base Commander, Air Commodore Nipuna Thanippuliarachchi. During the parade, Flight Sergeant TM Fahim of Operations Ground I was awarded a Certificate of Merit in recognition of his valuable contribution to the Base.

Following the parade, a traditional almsgiving was held for the venerable Maha Sangha to invoke blessings on the personnel of the Base and their families, while commemorating the fallen heroes of the Sri Lanka Air Force who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.

As part of the anniversary celebrations, SLAF Base Vavuniya completed the renovation and colour washing of a school building at Poovarasankulam School, Vavuniya. The renovated building was officially handed over to the school on 26 October 2026, reaffirming the Base's commitment to supporting the local community and enhancing educational facilities.

Additionally, a foundation stone-laying ceremony was held at Sri Rathanasara Temple, Pudubulankulam, for the construction of a Budu Madura and an ablution facility. Personnel of SLAF Base Vavuniya are providing manpower support for the project as part of a Community Service Project, demonstrating the Base's continued contribution to community development.

Furthermore, a newly constructed bus stop along the main road directly in front of the Base was officially opened for the benefit of Base personnel and the local community. The project was financially sponsored by SLT-MOBITEL, while the construction work was undertaken by personnel of SLAF Base Vavuniya, reflecting the collaborative efforts of the Base and its partners in serving the wider community.

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SLAF Base Vavuniya celebrated its 48th Anniversary on 27 October 2026 with a series of commemorative activities, reflecting the Base's commitment to service, welfare and community engagement.

The celebrations commenced with the customary Working Parade, reviewed by the Base Commander, Air Commodore Nipuna Thanippuliarachchi. During the parade, Flight Sergeant TM Fahim of Operations Ground I was awarded a Certificate of Merit in recognition of his valuable contribution to the Base.

Following the parade, a traditional almsgiving was held for the venerable Maha Sangha to invoke blessings on the personnel of the Base and their families, while commemorating the fallen heroes of the Sri Lanka Air Force who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.

As part of the anniversary celebrations, SLAF Base Vavuniya completed the renovation and colour washing of a school building at Poovarasankulam School, Vavuniya. The renovated building was officially handed over to the school on 26 October 2026, reaffirming the Base's commitment to supporting the local community and enhancing educational facilities.

Additionally, a foundation stone-laying ceremony was held at Sri Rathanasara Temple, Pudubulankulam, for the construction of a Budu Madura and an ablution facility. Personnel of SLAF Base Vavuniya are providing manpower support for the project as part of a Community Service Project, demonstrating the Base's continued contribution to community development.

Furthermore, a newly constructed bus stop along the main road directly in front of the Base was officially opened for the benefit of Base personnel and the local community. The project was financially sponsored by SLT-MOBITEL, while the construction work was undertaken by personnel of SLAF Base Vavuniya, reflecting the collaborative efforts of the Base and its partners in serving the wider community.

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SLAF Base Vavuniya celebrated its 48th Anniversary on 27 October 2026 with a series of commemorative activities, reflecting the Base's commitment to service, welfare and community engagement.

The celebrations commenced with the customary Working Parade, reviewed by the Base Commander, Air Commodore Nipuna Thanippuliarachchi. During the parade, Flight Sergeant TM Fahim of Operations Ground I was awarded a Certificate of Merit in recognition of his valuable contribution to the Base.

Following the parade, a traditional almsgiving was held for the venerable Maha Sangha to invoke blessings on the personnel of the Base and their families, while commemorating the fallen heroes of the Sri Lanka Air Force who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.

As part of the anniversary celebrations, SLAF Base Vavuniya completed the renovation and colour washing of a school building at Poovarasankulam School, Vavuniya. The renovated building was officially handed over to the school on 26 October 2026, reaffirming the Base's commitment to supporting the local community and enhancing educational facilities.

Additionally, a foundation stone-laying ceremony was held at Sri Rathanasara Temple, Pudubulankulam, for the construction of a Budu Madura and an ablution facility. Personnel of SLAF Base Vavuniya are providing manpower support for the project as part of a Community Service Project, demonstrating the Base's continued contribution to community development.

Furthermore, a newly constructed bus stop along the main road directly in front of the Base was officially opened for the benefit of Base personnel and the local community. The project was financially sponsored by SLT-MOBITEL, while the construction work was undertaken by personnel of SLAF Base Vavuniya, reflecting the collaborative efforts of the Base and its partners in serving the wider community.

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