Command handed over

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In a symbolic gesture of handing over of command, the outgoing Navy Commander Admiral Travis Sinniah presented his Sword to the incoming Navy Chief at a function held this morning. Later Vice Admiral Sirimevan Ranasinghe assumed duties at the naval headquarters. Meanwhile, Admiral Sinniah who retired from naval service today, was accorded a 48 member Guard of Honour prior to his departure. He was sent off according to naval customs, mounted on a decorated vehicle amidst the cheers. (Navy)

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SeriouSena Thursday, 26 October 2017 09:15 PM

Why not make all senior naval officers up for retirement and make them commanders in one day and save on the costly ceremonials and tamashas that are an absolute waste of money.

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Shane Friday, 27 October 2017 08:51 AM

Adm. Ranasinghe should have been appointed COfN to begin with. Adm. Sinniah retired from the Navy on his own accord, and had no issue with the then government. There was no political victimisation as claimed. Had he stayed, he would have been made commander anyway. This government has made a mess of things and caused much humiliation to this veteran soldier.

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