Established on 17 October 1997, the division is currently based in Kokeliya in the Northern Province.

[1][2] The division is a part of Security Forces Headquarters – Wanni and has two brigades and six battalions.

[1] Brigadier D. A. R. Ranawaka has been commander of the division since 6 August 2012.

[1] The division is responsible for 830 square kilometres (320 sq mi) of territory.

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