Operations News
2026
May
Navy seizes 618 kg of smuggled Kendu leaves in Puttalam raid
In a crackdown on smuggling activities, the Sri Lanka Navy took hold of approx. 618 kg of smuggled Kendu leaves during a search operation conducted in the Periyapadu area of Puttalam on 05 May 26.
Coordinated dragnet nabs 77 for illegal fishing practices
The Sri Lanka Navy, working with the Coast Guard and the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, apprehended 77 individuals for illegal fishing practices during search operations from 17 to 30 Apr 26.
Navy thwarts major smuggling attempt: over 2000kg of Kendu leaves seized off Chilaw
The Sri Lanka Navy took hold of a massive consignment of smuggled Kendu leaves (over 2000kg) during a search operation conducted in the seas off Chilaw on 28 Apr 26. The operation also led to the interception of an In...