1. The Naval & Maritime Academy endowed Six (06) new Drill Instructors to the Sri Lanka Navy instilling pride, professionalism, and proven dedication. The 36th Drill Instructor Qualifying Course consisted of Six (06) Junior Sailor Under Trainees passed out at the Naval & Maritime Academy today receiving the Pace Sticks gained through a six-month full-time course in a strenuous training. Well-deserved triumph was celebrated ceremonially with the gracious presence of the Commandant Naval & Maritime Academy Commodore Buddhika Liyanagamage as the Chief Guest.
2. The recognition as Drill Instructors was accorded by adorning the pace sticks along with the Drill Instructors’ chain to them by the Chief Guest at the NMA parade ground. Subsequently, Able Marine (DI) SS Kohunuwaththa, MR 114106 was acknowledged as the one who performed outstandingly during the DI qualifying course and was awarded the best DI recognition. Following the proceedings, the Commandant Naval and Maritime Academy delivered the customary speech to the new Drill Instructors emphasising the importance of discipline and responsibilities whilst insisting on imparting knowledge and skills they have hard-earned to the future navy.
3. Symbolizing the day, the newly passed out Drill Instructors showcased their talents with a well-synchronized drill display which attracted the viewers who gathered to witness the occasion of their achievements.
2. The recognition as Drill Instructors was accorded by adorning the pace sticks along with the Drill Instructors’ chain to them by the Chief Guest at the NMA parade ground. Subsequently, Able Marine (DI) SS Kohunuwaththa, MR 114106 was acknowledged as the one who performed outstandingly during the DI qualifying course and was awarded the best DI recognition. Following the proceedings, the Commandant Naval and Maritime Academy delivered the customary speech to the new Drill Instructors emphasising the importance of discipline and responsibilities whilst insisting on imparting knowledge and skills they have hard-earned to the future navy.
3. Symbolizing the day, the newly passed out Drill Instructors showcased their talents with a well-synchronized drill display which attracted the viewers who gathered to witness the occasion of their achievements.
