11th Division (Sri Lanka)

The 11th Division is an infantry division of the Sri Lanka Army. Based at the Pallekele, it is responsible for the maintenance of capability for the defence of Kandy. It is also responsible for carrying out training and administrative work. It was established April 4, 1988, as 1 Division at the Panagoda Cantonment and was remanded the 11 Division in 1997.

11th Division
Active1988 - Present
Country Sri Lanka
BranchSri Lankan Army
TypeInfantry
RoleTraining and Administration
Defense of the capital and Kandy
Military Aid to the Civil Power
SizeDivision
Part ofSecurity Forces Headquarters - Central
Garrison/HQPallekele
EngagementsSri Lankan Civil War

Current formation

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