65 Division (Sri Lanka)

The 65 Division is a division of the Sri Lanka Army. Established on 15 Dec 2008, the division is currently based in Alankulam near Thunukkai in the Northern Province. The division is a part of Security Forces Headquarters – Kilinochchi and has three brigades and eight battalions. Major General G. R. H. Dias is the current commander of the division.

Organisation
The division is currently organised as follows:
 * 651 Brigade (based in Pooneryn, Northern Province)
 * 19th Battalion, Sri Lanka Light Infantry
 * 15th Volunteer Battalion, Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment
 * 11th Volunteer Battalion, Gajaba Regiment (based in Mulankavil, Northern Province)
 * 652 Brigade (based in Anaivilunthankulam, Northern Province)
 * 20th Battalion, Gajaba Regiment (based in Uyilankulam, Northern Province)
 * 20th Volunteer Battalion, Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment
 * 7th Battalion, Sri Lanka National Guard
 * 653 Brigade (based in Alankulam, Northern Province)
 * 10th Battalion, Sri Lanka Light Infantry
 * 21st Volunteer Battalion, Sri Lanka Light Infantry