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Navy extends critical support in continuing flood relief efforts
Despite adverse weather conditions, the Navy's relief teams persisted in their operations on 07th June 2024, aiding those affected by the floods. Additionally, thirteen (13) more teams have been deployed to support ongoing relief efforts....
2024-06-07
Navy conducts blood donation campaign
As part of another Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) initiative, a blood donation campaign was held at the North Central Naval Command Hospital on 06th June 2024....
2024-06-07
Navy's relief operations continues in full swing
In the face of inclement weather, the Sri Lanka Navy dispatched relief teams to assist communities affected by floods. These teams (36) continued their relief efforts on 06th June 2024 across various affected regions. Further, the Sri Lanka Navy played a pivotal role in several critical repair and cleanup operations. The Navy repaired the oil boom at the Ambathale water treatment plant, sweeped away by heavy rains. Additionally, the Navy removed a large tree obstructing the Hettige canal in Kaduwela and cleared debris from the underside of the Wakwella bridge in Galle....
2024-06-06
Navy apprehends 52 persons engaged in illegal fishing
During a series of search operations conducted in Trincomalee from 04th to 06th June 2024, the Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 52 individuals for illegal fishing activities. The operations, which took place in various locations including the sea areas of Gopalpuram, Foul Point, Yan Oya Estuary of Pulmoddai, Lankapatuna, and Alampil in Mullaitivu, also led to the confiscation of 10 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear....
2024-06-06
Two (02) suspects with Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 28 million held in northern waters
A search operation conducted by the Navy in the Ampan sea area of Nagar Kovil, Jaffna on 05th June 2024, led to the apprehension of 02 suspects and a dinghy loaded with over 70kg (wet weight) of Kerala cannabis....
2024-06-05
Navy reaches 1000th milestone: new RO plant declared open at Sri Sumana Vidyalaya in Palukadawala
The Sri Lanka Navy achieved a significant milestone in its Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) efforts with the opening of its 1,000th Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant at Sri Sumana Vidyalaya in Palukadawala, Galgamuwa today (05th June 2024). The opening of the new facility was held under the auspices of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera and the Chairman of National Lotteries Board, Dr. Chameera C. Yapa Abeywardena. This project was successfully completed as a result of the Navy's technical expertise and funding from the National Lotteries Board. The Navy's Research and Developm...
2024-06-05
Smuggled stock of agrochemicals held in Kalpitiya
A coordinated search operation by the Navy in the dark hours of 04th June 2024, supported by air surveillance from the Sri Lanka Air Force, resulted in the discovery of a cache of agrochemical suspected to have been smuggled into the country, in the beach area of Erambugodella, Ettalai, Kalpitiya....
2024-06-05
Navy cyclists win men’s and women’s third places in cycling races
Sri Lanka Navy cyclists won third places in both men’s and women’s events in the Eranga Bathiya Cycling Race. The event was held on 01st June 2024, covering the Miriswatta area....
2024-06-05
Navy on the frontlines of flood relief operations
In the face of harsh weather, the Sri Lanka Navy dispatched relief teams to assist communities affected by floods in the Western, Southern, and Sabaragamuwa provinces. These teams have rescued 316 individuals in districts such as Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Rathnapura, Galle, and Matara as of this morning (05th June 2024). Furthermore, the Navy has provided boat transportation for over 2,700 people to access essential services....
2024-06-05
New ETU at SLNS Dakshina declared open
The new Emergency Treatment Unit (ETU) and renovated Sick Bay of SLNS Dakshina were declared open by the Commander Southern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Chinthaka Kumarasinghe on 03rd June 2024. The Navy Seva Vanitha Unit provided financial backing to the initiative, while Rajakeeya Panditha Ven. Rajwelle Subhuthi Thero, Director of the Hospital Service Board, donated hospital equipment....
2024-06-04
Navy divers retrieve Rs. 30 million ADCP instrument beneath Hanwella bridge
A successful salvage mission conducted by Navy divers today (04th June 2024) led to the recovery of an Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) instrument from beneath Hanwella bridge. Amidst torrential rainfall, this valuable device worth Rs. 30 million, owned by the Department of Irrigation, was carried away by the surging waters of the Kelani River. The device ultimately became entangled in dense bamboo sticks and river debris....
2024-06-04
Over 1832kg of smuggled Tendu leaves recovered in Kalpitiya
A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Ettalai area of Bangalawatta, Kalpitiya on 03rd June 2024, led to the recovery of over 1832kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves. It is believed the consignment of Tendu leaves was smuggled into the country and hidden in the area....
2024-06-04
Commander of the Navy attends IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore
The Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera attended the 21st Asia Security Summit - IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, organized by International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS). The 21st Asia Security Summit was held from 31st May to 02nd June 2024 at the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore....
2024-06-04
6th Pakistan Navy – Sri Lanka Navy Expert Level Staff Talks conclude on successful note
The 6th iteration of the Pakistan Navy (PN) – Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) Expert Level Staff Talks (ELST), held from 28th to 30th May 2024, concluded on a successful note. At ELST, the Sri Lanka Navy delegation was led by Rear Admiral Nishantha Peiris, Director General Operations, while the Pakistan Navy delegation was headed by Rear Admiral Faisal Amin Hi (M)....
2024-06-04
Relief operations in full swing as Navy aids flood-hit provinces
In the face of harsh weather, the Sri Lanka Navy dispatched relief teams to assist communities affected by floods in the Western, Southern, and Sabaragamuwa provinces. These teams have rescued 165 individuals in districts such as Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Rathnapura, Galle, and Matara as of this morning (04th June 2024). Furthermore, the Navy has provided boat transportation for around 1,650 people to access essential services....
2024-06-04
