28 February 2007
The operation period recorded by Security Forces Headquarters–East begins.
Military history archive · 2007
Thoppigala operation
The military campaign to capture Thoppigala, a major LTTE stronghold in the Eastern Province.
Historical overview
Thoppigala, also known as Baron's Cap and Kudumbimalai, lies in rugged, forested terrain near the Batticaloa–Polonnaruwa border. It was an important LTTE-held position in eastern Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lanka Army's Security Forces Headquarters–East records the operation as running from 28 February to 11 July 2007, with the main offensive to capture the area beginning on 25 April. Government forces captured Thoppigala on 11 July 2007.
Chronology
Key milestones
25 April 2007
The main offensive to capture the area begins.
11 July 2007
Government forces capture Thoppigala.
Personnel and service
Participating units
Unit-level records have not yet been added to this entry. Add verified regimental histories, official operational records or other reliable references before publishing specific unit participation.
Commanders and officers
Verified commander and officer records are awaiting documentation.
Fallen heroes
This memorial section is intended to honour military personnel who died in connection with this operation. Names, ranks, units and dates should be included only when supported by official memorial records or other reliable documentation.
Individual casualty records have not yet been verified for this entry. This does not mean that there were no casualties; consult documented memorial and service records before adding names or figures.
Documentation