Event News
French Navy Ship PROVENCE arrives in Colombo

The French Navy Ship PROVENCE arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (16 Mar 25). She was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with the time-honoured naval traditions.
16 Mar 2025
Commander of the Navy visits Northern Naval Command

The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda on 14th Mar 25 paid a visit to the Northern Naval Command, to assess ongoing operations, training matters, and development and welfare initiatives undertaken by the command. During his visit, he also addressed officers and sailors, emphasizing the crucial role and responsibilities of the Sri Lanka Navy.
15 Mar 2025
Citizen responsibility strengthened as Navy cleans environs of Dharmawickrama Girls' College, Kandy

In line with its ongoing dedication to community service, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a clean-up initiative at Dharmawickrama Girls' College, Kandy on 11 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.
14 Mar 2025
Navy transforms Ehetugaswewa Maha Vidyalaya, Mullaitivu as another effort in citizen responsibility

In line with its ongoing dedication to community service, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a clean-up initiative at Ehetugaswewa Maha Vidyalaya, Mullaitivu on 13 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.
14 Mar 2025
Commander of the Navy graces sports meet of Agamethi Balika Vidyalaya, Panadura

The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda on 12 Mar 25 graced the awards ceremony of the sports meet of Agamethi Balika Vidyalaya, Panadura, as the Chief Guest. The event, held at the Panadura Public Ground, was celebrated with vibrant enthusiasm and marked a successful conclusion to the school's sports festivities.
13 Mar 2025
SARCOMEX-25 concludes strengthening regional SAR services

The Search and Rescue Communication Exercise (SARCOMEX-25) was successfully conducted on 11 Mar 25 between the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Chennai, India, and MRCC Colombo, Sri Lanka. The exercise aimed to further strengthen regional search and rescue (SAR) services and enhance coordination during maritime emergencies.
12 Mar 2025
Delegation from Institute for Security Governance (ISG) meets with Commander of the Navy

A delegation from the Institute for Security Governance (ISG), U.S. met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda on 11 Mar 25 at the Navy Headquarters in Colombo.
12 Mar 2025
International Women's Day celebrated with special programme in Eastern Naval Command

In celebration of International Women's Day, an awareness programme titled 'Your Happiness is with you' was heldat the Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda Auditorium, Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee on 11 Mar 25. The programme was presided over by the Deputy Chief of Staff and Commander Eastern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Chinthaka Kumarasinghe.
11 Mar 2025
Navy takes the plunge to fix Katagamuwa Tank sluice gate

The Sri Lanka Navy stepped forward to provide diving assistance to fix the defunct sluice gate of Katagamuwa Tank, Nikaweratiya on 10 Mar 25.
11 Mar 2025
Citizen responsibility strengthened as Navy renovates Habarana Maha Vidyalaya, Anuradhapura

In continuation of its commitment to community, the Sri Lanka Navy undertook a clean-up drive at Habarana Maha Vidyalaya, Anuradhapura on 10 Mar 25. As part of the "Clean Sri Lanka" campaign, a nationwide programme is underway to create an educational environment that promotes national values, integrates social principles, and emphasizes environmental sustainability, centered on the theme, "A School Full of Happiness."
11 Mar 2025