BNS SOMUDRA JOY departs islands

The Bangladesh Naval Ship BNS SOMUDRA JOY which arrived in Sri Lanka on 31 Jan 25 on a formal visit, departed the island today (02 Feb). The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions.

Meanwhile, the Commanding Officer of the ship, Captain Md. Shahriar Alam called on the Commander Western Naval Area, Rear Admiral Chandima Silva at the Western Naval Command Headquarters. During the stay in Sri Lanka, crew members of the ship visited some popular tourist destinations within the Colombo city.

In addition, personnel of the Sri Lanka Navy had the opportunity to participate in briefings on the operational functions of the ship, onboard BNS SOMUDRA JOY.