Sri Lanka, Dec. 9 -- A total of 2,086 personnel, including 17 officers and 2,069 senior and junior sailors, were promoted or advanced to their next respective ranks and rates on the occasion of the Sri Lanka Navy's 75th anniversary, which falls today.

The Navy stated that the promotions were made on the recommendation of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, in recognition of the dedication and service of its personnel.

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