21 Division (Sri Lanka)
The 21 Division is a division of the Sri Lanka Army. Established on 4 April 1988 as 2nd Division, the division is currently based in Anuradhapura in the North Central Province. The division is a part of Security Forces Headquarters – Wanni and has three brigades and seven battalions. The division is responsible for 7,100 square kilometres (2,741 sq mi) of territory.
21 Division | |
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21 Division flag | |
Active | 4 April 1988 – present |
Country | Sri Lanka |
Branch | Sri Lanka Army |
Type | Division (military) |
Size | 23,208 |
Part of | Security Forces Headquarters – Wanni |
Division Headquarters | Anuradhapura, North Central Province |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Major General W R M M Rathnayake |
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