58 Division (Sri Lanka)

58 Division
Active2008–present
CountrySri Lanka
BranchSri Lanka Army
TypeDivision (military)
RoleClose-quarters combat
Combined arms
Counterinsurgency
Forward observer
Jungle warfare
Maneuver warfare
Raiding
Reconnaissance
Urban warfare
Size20,000+ troops
Part ofI Corps
EngagementsSri Lankan Civil War
Commanders
Current
commander
Major General WTWG Ihalage

The 58 Division is a division of the Sri Lanka Army formed in 2008, prior to which it was known as Task Force 1 from 2007 to 2009. A principal offensive division, it is currently deployed for combat operations in the Wanni region.[1][2] The Special Forces Brigade has been attached to the division.