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Joint Christian Commemoration & Thanksgiving Service held to commemorate the 74th Anniversary of Sri Lanka Navy
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera along with the President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Mala Lamahewa attended the Joint Christian Commemoration & Thanksgiving Service at St. Lucia's Cathedral, Kotahena on 29th November 2024. The event was held to invoke blessings on the 74th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, celebrated on 09th December. ...
2024-11-30
Navy launches flood relief missions across affected regions
The Navy has deployed 10 relief teams to Ampara, Trincomalee, and Anuradhapura districts to assist communities impacted by severe flooding caused by the ongoing adverse weather. As of today (30th November 2024), the teams continue to conduct relief operations across the affected areas....
2024-11-30
Navy clears blockages beneath Kadewaththa bridge across Polathumodara River
In a remarkable display of its expertise, the Sri Lanka Navy on 29th November 2024 cleared blockages under the Kadewaththa bridge across Polathumodara River in Weligama, Matara....
2024-11-29
Hon. Prime Minister presides over prize awarding of Art and Animation Video competition organized by Task Force to Combat the Use of Poisonous and Dangerous Drugs
At the invitation of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera who is also the President Task Force to Combat the Use of Poisonous and Dangerous Drugs, the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Honourable Dr. Harini Amarasuriya today (29th November 2024) presided over the prize awarding ceremony of Art and Animation Video competition, at the Navy Headquarters. Organized by the Task Force to Combat the Use of Poisonous and Dangerous Drugs, the competition was held under the theme of “EMPOWERING CHILDREN AND YOUTH FOR BRIGH...
2024-11-29
Navy continues flood relief operations
Following inclement weather prevailing in the country, the Sri Lanka Navy dispatched 16 relief teams to the districts of Ampara, Trincomalee, Puttalam and Anuradhapura. The relief teams are currently (as of 29th November 2024) working in full swing to provide necessary aid and support to affected communities....
2024-11-29
Based on intelligence of Sri Lanka Navy, Indian Navy intercepts a local fishing trawler smuggling a large consignment of Crystal Methamphetamine
Based on intelligence provided by the Sri Lanka Navy, the Indian Navy intercepted a local fishing trawler carrying a large consignment of Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE) with a group of Sri Lankan suspects, as well as another local fishing trawler with a group of Sri Lankan suspects linked to this illegal act, on 24th and 25th November 2024 in Indian waters....
2024-11-29
Commander of the Navy attends special meeting chaired by Governor of the Northern Province and Deputy Minister of Defence for relief efforts in Northern Province
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera took part in a special meeting chaired by Governor of the Northern Province along with Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), senior tri-service personnel and government officials at the District Secretariat in Mannar on 27th November 2024. Discussions focused on assessing the disaster situation in the area and implementing immediate relief measures to address the urgent needs....
2024-11-28
Navy renders assistance to transfer person bitten by snake amidst flood chaos
The Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance on 28th November 2024 to transfer a critically ill individual bitten by a venomous snake. The patient had been receiving treatment at the Palugamam Divisional Hospital in Batticaloa and needed to be transferred to the Base Hospital in Kalawanchikudi. However, severe flooding had rendered the usual transportation routes impassable. In response, a Navy rescue team swiftly intervened to ensure the timely transfer of the patient....
2024-11-28
Sri Lanka Navy carrom players shine at 6th World Carrom Championship
Sri Lanka secured the runner-up titles in both the men's and women's team events at the 6th World Carrom Championship, held in San Francisco, California, USA, from 10th to 17th November 2024....
2024-11-28
Navy rescues a family of three (3) trapped in flood
In response to the flood situation in the Batticaloa district with inclement weather, the Sri Lanka Navy deployed three flood relief teams to assist affected communities in Mawadiodei, Mailawadduwan, and Manmunai areas. Demonstrating their commitment to safeguarding lives, one of the teams successfully rescued a family of three trapped by rising floodwaters in Mawadiodei, Chenkaladi, today (27th November 2024)....
2024-11-27
Navy steps up flood relief operations
Following inclement weather prevailing in the country, the Sri Lanka Navy dispatched 11 relief teams to the districts of Ampara, Batticaloa and Matara. The relief teams are currently (as of 27th November 2024) working in full swing to provide necessary aid and support to affected communities....
2024-11-27
Navy renders assistance to repair sluice gate of Maha Wewa in Galgamuwa South
The Sri Lanka Navy on 26th November 2024 successfully restored the operational condition of the sluice gate at Maha Wewa in Galgamuwa South. The gate had been non-functional due to a failure, prompting the Irrigation Department of Kurunegala District to request assistance from the Navy....
2024-11-26
Navy releases 7 sea turtles entangled in fishing net
Naval personnel aboard SLNS Nandimithra rescued seven (7) sea turtles trapped in a fishing net and safely released them back into the ocean on 26th November 2024. The distressed turtles were discovered in the western seas of Sri Lanka during a routine patrol....
2024-11-26
Navy relief teams continue flood relief efforts
Following inclement weather prevailing in the country, the Sri Lanka dispatched relief teams to the Akuressa and Athuraliya areas in the Matara district. The relief teams are currently (as of 26th November 2024) working in full swing to provide necessary aid and support to affected communities....
2024-11-26
Navy stands ready with relief teams to respond flood emergency
As severe weather conditions threaten the island, the Sri Lanka Navy proactively deployed 03 relief teams on 24th November 2024, to vulnerable areas of Akuressa and Athuraliya in Matara district. These teams are actively engaged in disaster relief operations, working tirelessly to provide necessary aid and support to affected communities....
2024-11-25
