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Navy provides relief to 1,310 flood victims in Trincomalee, Polonnaruwa and Batticaloa
In response to inclement weather, the Sri Lanka Navy has mobilized relief teams to high-risk areas across the island. 29 Nov 25, the Eastern Naval Command conducted relief operations in the Mallapachchenai of Kinniya, Kantale, Muthur Safi Nagar, Kala Oya, Gomarankadawala, Ral Palama, Gallella and Bogamuwa of Aluthgama in the Trincomalee, Polonnaruwa and Batticaloa districts. The efforts resulted in the rescue of 69 people from immediate danger and the safe relocation of 1,241 individuals, bringing the total number of people aided to 1,310....
2025-11-29
Sri Lanka Navy mobilizes for ongoing disaster relief following adverse weather
The Sri Lanka Navy is carrying out ongoing disaster relief for communities impacted by heavy rains and severe weather, as of 29 Nov 25....
2025-11-29
Navy rushes aid to Trincomalee and Ampara flood victims
In response to severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall, the Sri Lanka Navy swiftly deployed its relief teams to Trincomalee and Ampara this morning (28 Nov 25)....
2025-11-28
Sri Lanka Navy evacuates critically ill woman amidst Jaffna flooding
The Sri Lanka Navy evacuated a woman suffering from a heart attack from flood-stranded Punguduthivu Island of Jaffna this morning (28 Nov 25)....
2025-11-28
Evacuations underway amidst Maho and Eluwankulam floods
The Sri Lanka Navy deployed relief teams to evacuate residents affected by severe flooding in Maho, Kurunegala and Eluwankulam, Puttalam on 28 Nov 25. ...
2025-11-28
Navy evacuates 37 individuals from landslide in Unuwinna, Hanguranketha
The Sri Lanka Navy relief teams successfully evacuated thirty-seven (37) individuals trapped by a landslide in the Unuwinna area of Maoya - Kosgalanda, Hanguranketha on 27 Nov 25. ...
2025-11-28
Navy's relief teams work in full swing in flood-hit provinces
In a swift and coordinated response to the adverse weather conditions affecting the island, the Sri Lanka Navy has deployed relief teams to provide critical assistance to affected communities. The deployment, which commenced on 22 Nov 25, spans the Southern, Eastern, Northwestern, and North Central provinces. The Navy relief teams continue to conduct their operations even today. ...
2025-11-28
Commander of the Navy visits INS UDAYGIRI
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda visited the Indian Naval Ship (INS) UDAYGIRI at the Port of Colombo on 27 Nov 25. INS UDAYGIRI arrived in Sri Lanka to take part in the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025, hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy, to mark its 75th anniversary. ...
2025-11-27
Commander of the Navy embarks on visit to INS VIKRANT
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda visited the Indian Naval Ship (INS) VIKRANT at the Port of Colombo on 27 Nov 25. The aircraft carrier arrived in Sri Lanka to take part in the International Fleet Review 2025, hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy, to mark its 75th anniversary. ...
2025-11-27
Commander embarks on courtesy visit to BNS PROTTOY
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, visited the Bangladesh Naval Ship (BNS) PROTTOY at the Port of Colombo on 27 Nov 25. The vessel is in Sri Lanka to participate in the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025, a key event celebrating the Sri Lanka Navy's 75th anniversary....
2025-11-27
Navy takes hold of approx. 2250kg of Kendu leaves in separate operations
During search operations carried out by the Navy with the assistance of Police in the Pamunugama, Kepumgoda and Wellaweediya areas on 22 Nov 25, led to the seizure of Over. 2250kg of smuggled Kendu leaves and 04 dinghies. ...
2025-11-27
Foreign warships arrive in Sri Lanka to take part in International Fleet Review 2025
In a display of naval cooperation, three warships representing Bangladesh and India made port calls in Colombo on 25 and 26 November, for the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025, scheduled to be held on 30 November. The visiting ships were welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with time-honoured naval traditions....
2025-11-26
Navy nabs 02 suspects in Puttalam with 699kg of Kendu leaves made ready for transport
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended about 699kg of Kendu leaves, a cab (01) and 02 suspects, during a search operation conducted in the Puttalam area on 25 Nov 25. ...
2025-11-26
Hindu Puja showers blessings on Navy’s 75th anniversary
A special Puja of Hindu tradition was conducted on 23 Nov 25 at the Sri Ponnambalawaneswarar Kovil in Colombo, seeking blessings for the upcoming 75th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, slated for the 09 December....
2025-11-26
Navy assists flood-hit communities with urgent assistance
In response to the severe weather conditions, the Navy has mobilized its relief teams to assist those affected by floods in the Thawalama and Nagoda areas of the Galle District. Since 22 Nov 25, these relief teams have been engaged in ongoing operations, utilizing small boats to safely rescue flood-affected individuals and cater to their daily necessities....
2025-11-26
