Master Chief Petty Officer PRMGB Pussalamankada was appointed to the position of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) effective from 29th November 2024. Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera congratulated the senior sailor and handed over the arm band and baton, symbolic of the position to him at the Navy Headquarters.

A unique Islamic prayer session took place today (30th November 2024) at the Jummah Mosque on Chatham Street. The purpose was to seek blessings for the upcoming 74th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, falling on 09th December.

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.