The Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Admiral Samuel J. Paparo met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters in Colombo today (21 Mar 25).

Highlighting its steadfast commitment to social responsibility and empowerment, the Sri Lanka Navy engaged in fostering supportive school environment initiatives at Buddhist Primary School, Kadawatha, Sri Pemananda Maha Vidyalaya, Kadawatha, Mayadunna Primary School, Parakandeniya and Embaraluwa Mihindu Junior School, Weliweriya on 18 Mar 25. The events were part of a countrywide programme focused on cultivating an educational environment that promotes national values, social ethics, and environmental sustainability, under the theme "A School Full of Happiness."

Demonstrating its continued commitment to social responsibility and empowerment, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted an environmental enhancement initiative at Mullivaikkal West Junior School in Mullaitivu on 15 Mar 25. The initiative was launched as part of the nationwide programme aimed at fostering an educational atmosphere that upholds national values, incorporates social ethics, and prioritizes environmental sustainability, centered on the theme "A School Full of Happiness."

A Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) delegation headed by the Commandant, Major General Shantha Hewage on 17 Mar 25 embarked on a visit to the Western Naval Command, as part of an academic event of DSCSC Course No 19.

The French Navy Ship PROVENCE which arrived in Sri Lanka on 16 Mar 25 on an official visit, departed the island on 19 Mar. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions.

In line with its ongoing dedication to community service, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a clean-up initiative at Medinnoruwa Junior School, Galgamuwa on 15 Mar 25. This effort was part of the "Clean Sri Lanka" campaign, a nationwide programme aimed at fostering an educational atmosphere that upholds national values, incorporates social ethics, and prioritizes environmental sustainability. The initiative revolves around the theme, "A School Full of Happiness," reflecting its focus on creating joyful and sustainable learning environments.

The French Joint Forces Commander in the Indian Ocean, Rear Admiral Hugues Lainé called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters in Colombo on 19 Mar 25.

The Sri Lanka Navy conducted a successful shipwreck expedition from 10 to 17 Mar 25, focusing on historically significant shipwrecks located in the sea area off the coast of Colombo.

Naval personnel in the Northern Naval Command participated in a "Clean Sri Lanka" awareness programme on 17 Mar 25. The event highlighted the Sri Lanka Navy's role in the government's vision of creating "Beautiful Island, Smiling People", which aims to improve environmental, social, and governance standards across the nation.

In line with its ongoing dedication to community service, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a clean-up initiative at Usgala Gemunu Maha Vidyalaya, Maho on 15 Mar 25. This effort was part of the "Clean Sri Lanka" campaign, a nationwide programme aimed at fostering an educational atmosphere that upholds national values, incorporates social ethics, and prioritizes environmental sustainability. The initiative revolves around the theme, "A School Full of Happiness," reflecting its focus on creating joyful and sustainable learning environments.