KDU BOOK LAUNCH – “LOVE AND LURE OF THE WILDS”

The General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) proudly held a book launch on February 1, 2025, featuring the official launch of “Love and Lure of the Wilds,” written by General (Retd) Gerry De Silva. Mr. Thilak Rohan Perera provided an introductory review of the book. He highlighted a narrative centered on the nation’s great potential to thrive in socio-economic harmony, emphasizing the importance of healing the wounds caused by previous generations and dismantling institutions that perpetuate division for personal gain.
Major General K.P. Aruna Jayasekera (Retd) WWV, RSP, VSV, USP, ndc, psc, the Honourable Deputy Minister of Defence, attended the event as the Chief Guest. The launch was organized and led by Rear Admiral HGU Dammika Kumara, VSV, USP, psc, MMaritimePol, BSc (DS), the Vice Chancellor of KDU. The occasion was also honored by the presence of the Commander of the Army, along with many serving and retired senior military officers, as well as KDU staff.