Operations News
Coastal vigilance leads to seize cannabis valued over Rs. 1 million in Mannar
In a coordinated operation, the Sri Lanka Navy and the Police apprehended two (02) suspects in possession of approx. 06kg of foreign - origin cannabis in the Palliyamunai area of Mannar on 10 Dec 25.
12 Dec 2025
Navy assists to bring ashore ill fisherman in eastern seas, through MRCC coordination
The Sri Lanka Navy brought ashore an ill fisherman who was in critical condition aboard a local multiday fishing trawler, about 16 nautical miles (29km) off Trincomalee. Upon being brought ashore, he was rushed to the Trincomalee General Hospital on the night of 10 Dec 25 for medical attention.
12 Dec 2025
Navy nabs 02 suspects with a stock of Kendu leaves in Puttalam
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a consignment of Kendu leaves, weighing about 542kg, and apprehended two suspects (02) and a cab, during a search operation in Puttalam on 09 Dec 25.
11 Dec 2025
Navy takes hold of cannabis valued over Rs. 14 million
In a search operation on 07 Dec 25, the Sri Lanka Navy recovered a stock of foreign-origin cannabis in the Vellai beach area of the Delft Island, Jaffna.
08 Dec 2025
A naval operation seizes another consignment of narcotics in Kalpitiya sea
During an operation carried out by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Ippanthivu sea area of Kalpitiya on the night of 05 Dec 25, naval personnel intercepted a dinghy carrying three (03) sacks suspected to contain narcotics, as well as another dinghy that had arrived to assist it, with four (04) suspects.
06 Dec 2025
Navy seizes large stock of foreign cigarettes off Delft
The Sri Lanka Navy recovered a substantial haul of foreign cigarettes and other cosmetic and wearable items during a search operation conducted in seas south of Delft, Jaffna, on 03 Dec 25.
05 Dec 2025
A joint operation to rescue flood victims in Mannar
A joint rescue operation was conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Army from 29 Nov to 01 Dec 25, in response to severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall in the Mannar, Nanattan, Murunkan, Vidayanakulam and Settikulam areas.
02 Dec 2025
Navy continues island wide Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief efforts
The Sri Lanka Navy continued its Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations on 01 Dec 25, extending vital support to communities affected by the recent floods. These efforts included the provision of medical care, dry rations, drinking water and the restoration of essential services in affected areas.
02 Dec 2025
Navy extends assistance to flood-affected communities in Avissawella
A medical clinic was organized by the Amithirigala Medical Office of Health at Gurugalle Junior College, Avissawella, on 30 Nov 25, to support residents affected by severe flooding triggered by adverse weather conditions. The Navy rendered assistance for this cause, providing essential support and relief to the communities impacted by the floods.
01 Dec 2025
157 individuals saved from floodwaters in Illuppukadavai and Settikulam
The Sri Lanka Navy, on 30 Nov 25, rescued 157 persons affected by flooding in the Illuppukadavai and Settikulam areas of Mannar, following heavy rainfall. The rescue operations ensured that all those impacted were safely relocated and provided with essential relief.
01 Dec 2025















