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12 Division (Sri Lanka)

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12 Division
Active2011 - Present
Country Sri Lanka
BranchSri Lankan Army
TypeDivision (military)
RoleDefense of the Port of Hambantota
Military Aid to the Civil Power
Size20,000+ troops
Part ofSecurity Forces Headquarters – Central
Garrison/HQHambantota
Military unit

The 12 Division is an division of the Sri Lanka Army. Based at the Hambantota, it is responsible for the maintenance of capability for the defence of the Port of Hambantota. It is also responsible for carrying out training and administrative work. It was established 4 February 2011.

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