Strengthening its role in advanced maritime operations training, the Sri Lanka Navy commenced the 10th Asymmetric Warfare Course (AWC) at the Special Boat Squadron Training School (SBSTS), Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee, on 04 May 26. The opening ceremony was attended by the Commanding Officer Special Boat Squadron, Commander Lakmal Weerakkody.

Marking a significant step in operational infrastructure, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda declared open the newly constructed building complex, housing the Operations Room, Main Signal Office, and Private Auto Branch Exchange, at SLNS Elara on 02 May 26.

The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda conducted an official visit to the Northern Naval Command from 01 to 03 May 26. During the visit, the Commander addressed naval personnel, emphasizing operational priorities and objectives of the Navy.