https://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/3854 2026-04-06T11:48:01Z 2026-04-06T11:48:01Z Rowel, KRP Kodippili, KTRB Ranasinghe, HW Wasantha https://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/1729 2023-04-26T11:02:52Z 2017-01-01T00:00:00Z

Impact of GIS Modelling in Military Operational Planning Rowel, KRP; Kodippili, KTRB; Ranasinghe, HW Wasantha The operation planning process takes considerable time and requires sound intelligence regarding the battlefield in preparing a successful operation plan. It is a globally accepted fact that sound planning and preparation well before an operation gives an immense advantage to the success of any battle. The Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield (IPB) process is an important aspect in the operation planning process in the modern battlefield. Speed of the output, flexibility, timeliness, accuracy and future usage are essential parameters in this process. The IPB process is conducted using manual overlay drawing methods in Sri Lanka at present. The research proposes a Geographic Information System (GIS) model in conducting the IPB process using ArcGIS software. It was found that the proposed GIS model has the advantages of time saving, easiness, accuracy, flexibility and future usage than the manual method which is used in carrying out the IPB process in the country. The research also introduces a Model Builder Application to conduct terrain analysis as part of the IPB process which increases the speed of the proposed GIS method. However, Defence authorities in Sri Lanka are still lagging behind in introducing GIS to the operational planning process. The research also focused in finding the reasons for not using GIS and identified that lack of training on GIS, lack of knowledge on GIS application and lack of IT resources are the reasons for the limited usage of GIS in the military. Finally, the research recommends introducing GIS based platform not only for conducting IPB process but also other operational planning processes. Article Full Text

2017-01-01T00:00:00Z Madanayaka, SAK https://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/1728 2023-04-26T11:44:24Z 2017-01-01T00:00:00Z

The Strategic Importance of Sri Lanka in Indian Ocean Region: Reference to String of Pearls Strategy Madanayaka, SAK China’s interest in maritime silk route and continues energy flow to the country has resulted as “String of Pearls” across the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). In the 21st century, China came into the scenario of balancing the power of South Asia which generates a rivalry among India and China in Indian Ocean. Sri Lanka sits at the heart of the Indian Ocean, and holds one of the pearls of that string of pearls. The study focused on ‘to identify of the strategic importance of Sri Lanka within the Chinese String of Pearls Strategy in Indian Ocean Region”. The methodology that followed for this study is qualitative in nature by using only secondary data with descriptive analysis. The theoretical approach of the study is based on the small states theory and China’s peaceful rise theory. As per the study, the findings are elaborated in the following sectors; ‘String of Pearls’ in Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka and the rivalry between the Elephant and the Dragon, Strategic importance of Sri Lanka ‘the Diamond’ and losing the pearl from our hands. In the conclusion of the study, it reveals that the strategic importance of Sri Lanka in Indian Ocean has attracted the world’s big powers. The China’s presence in Sri Lanka has been mutually benefited to Sri Lanka as well as China and the regime change of Sri Lanka has resulted in leasing the Hambantota port in order to meet the short term requirements of the country. Besides the political debates, Sri Lanka could use the pearl for the sustainability of the country and enhancing relations with the big powers of the world rather than accomplishing short term requirements. Article Full Text

2017-01-01T00:00:00Z Sanjeewa, PSS https://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/1727 2023-04-26T11:12:21Z 2017-01-01T00:00:00Z

Emergence of Tamil Tiger Cells in Sri Lanka: A Comparative Analysis to Terrorism Perspective Sanjeewa, PSS Ethnic conflict had created political, economic, and security influences in Sri Lanka. From the late 1970s until 2009, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam known as LTTE conducted a massive violent campaign against the government of Sri Lanka due to decades of political disparity and the policies of central government, political and economic disparity and repression. Brutal terrorist struggle expanded over 30 years, which made the country a war zone due to suicide bombings and other deadly attacks. In 2006, the Sri Lankan military launched a major offensive against the LTTE, bringing the entire country under their control and defeating the LTTE militarily. However, it is indicated that there could be a possible reemergence of the LTTE cells in Sri Lanka. This study identifies causes and effects of re-emergence of the LTTE cells in Sri Lanka and how does terrorism re-emergence as cells, a comparative analysis of terrorism perspectives. Further, an analysis of these perspectives demonstrates that due to long standing unsolved socio-economic and political issues augmented with external factors such as Tamil diaspora and Indian Tamil Nadu influence, could contribute to re-emergence of LTTE cells in Sri Lanka. The author will adopt mix method to gather data relevant to the subject matter. Article Full Text

2017-01-01T00:00:00Z MHSB, Perera WMAGHA, Premarathna L, Welamedage https://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/1726 2023-04-26T11:09:20Z 2017-01-01T00:00:00Z

Entrepreneurial Aspirations and Expectations of Sri Lanka Military Veterans MHSB, Perera; WMAGHA, Premarathna; L, Welamedage In Sri Lanka Army, there are soldiers retiring in the active age group of 40-45 and most of them are with lots of experience, skills, knowledge and potentials which could be utilized to enhance the country’s economy whilst providing them with meaningful employment opportunities or converting them as successful entrepreneurs. However, there is no realistic and scientifically drawn up mechanism in Sri Lanka to properly absorb them into the active labour force with maximum utilization. In this backdrop, their skills, knowledge and potentials will be underutilized and it will be a loss for the country’s economy in the long-run. Unlike in developed countries, in Sri Lanka, this issue of veterans’ transition into successful civilian life has not yet been addressed by both researchers and policy makers. Moreover, many researches undertaken by defence establishments rarely come into public domain. This paper examines the entrepreneurial aspirations and the expectations of retired military personnel of the Sri Lanka Army in successful transition from military life to civilian life and preparing them for entrepreneurship as a post military career choice. Article Full Text

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