New Vice Chancellor appointed for KDU

Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara assumed duties as the new Vice Chancellor (VC) of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), yesterday (Aug 01).

He will be replacing Major General Milinda Peiris, as the new Vice Chancellor.

It is reported that Rear Admiral Kumara is an illustrious naval officer who was serving as the Commander of Eastern Naval Command before being appointed as the KDU VC.

New VC placed floral tributes at the KDU War Heroes’ monument after receiving a Guard of Honour during the ceremony organized for inauguration of the new appointment.  

He also inspected a ceremonial parade with University Colours at the Parade Ground.