In memoriam · 1991–2009
Ranjith Premasiri Madalana (Sniper Niro / Nero)
Corporal · Sri Lanka Army
A highly decorated sniper attached to the Gajaba Regiment credited with over 200 confirmed enemy neutralizations.
- Date of death
- 28 April 2009
- Location
- Puthumathalan, Mullaitivu
- Documented circumstances
- Killed in action by an enemy sniper during the final stage of the war.
- Associated operation or assignment
- Northern Humanitarian Operation / Battle of Puthumathalan (2009)
Biography
Ranjith Premasiri Madalana was born in Pallama and joined the Sri Lanka Army Volunteer Force in 1991, attached to the 5th Battalion, Gajaba Regiment.
He completed the 8th Army Sniper Course in 2000 and served in major Forward Defense Lines, including Muhamalai and Nagakovil. Attached to the 58th Division during the final offensive, he earned widespread recognition for his camouflage skills and precision before being killed in action just days before the end of the conflict.
Military service
Served in 5th Battalion, Gajaba Regiment (5 GR) and attached sniper teams.
Operational deployments in Muhamalai, Nagakovil, Manalkadu, and the A35 axis.
Attached to the 58 Division during the final offensive in Mullaitivu.
Posthumous honours
Desha Putra Sammanaya
Purna Bhumi Padakkama
North and East Operations Medal
Call sign or alias
Nero / Niro / Newro
Historical documentation