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this regard to Rear Admiral Fernando at the Navy Headquarters today (January 15) and expressed his best wishes.Rear Admiral Damian Fernando
Joseph Vaz College, Vennappuwa
He joined the Executive Branch of the Sri Lanka Navy as an Officer Cadet of the 21st intake in 1991
After successful completion of his basic naval training at the Naval and Maritime Academy, Trincomalee he was commissioned in the rank of
specialization in Gunnery and Missiles from INS Dronacharya, India in 2003
He successfully completed the Engineer course focused on Naval Gun Maintenance in China in 2010
also holds a Masters of Science Degree in Management (Defence Studies) from General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Progressing steadily in his naval career, the senior officer was promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral on 06th January 2023.In recognition of
his noble service rendered to the motherland, Rear Admiral Damian Fernando has been bestowed Rana Sura Padakkama (RSP) for his gallantry
Moreover, he has also been awarded the Uththama Sewa Padakkama (USP), for his unblemished character and devotion to the duty
and responsibilities and for his achievements.During his distinguished naval career, Rear Admiral Damian Fernando has held a range of
commanding roles onboard Fast Attack Craft, ships and at establishments across the country
Among some of the other key appointments he held; Naval Armament Officer, Deputy Director Naval Weapons, Commander - 4th Fast Attack Craft
Flotilla, Captain Operations Department (West), Commandant Naval - Maritime Academy, Director General Personnel and Commander North Central
Naval Area stood prominent
Prior to his appointment as the Chief of Staff, he served as the Deputy Chief of Staff and Commander Eastern Naval Area.Rear Admiral Damian
Fernando has made significant contributions to Navy cricket, both as a player and as a captain
He now serves the Sri Lanka Navy Cricket Pool as its Chairman.Meanwhile, Rear Admiral Chinthaka Kumarasinghe has been appointed as the
officially handed over the letter of appointment to Rear Admiral Chinthaka Kumarasinghe at the Navy Headquarters today (January 15) and
expressed his best wishes to him in his new role as Deputy Chief of Staff.
