Delegates from the International Military Sports Council (CISM), representing Africa, America, Asia, and Europe, paid their respects at the National War Heroes’ Monument in Battaramulla on 20 May by laying floral wreaths. The visit was part of the ongoing 80th CISM General Assembly & Congress, hosted by the Sri Lanka Defence Services Sports Board from 19 to 25 May in Colombo.

In a yet another commendable display of Naval Social Responsibility, a blood donation drive organized by the Navy was held at the Naval Hospital at SLNS Pandukabhaya on 20 May 25.

In a noteworthy display of its commitment in social responsibility the Sri Lanka Navy on 20 May 25 cleared the blockage under the Agaliya Bridge which is over Gin River in Baddegama area of Galle, ensuring the smooth flow of water downstream.

The Defence Attaché to the Embassy of Israel in New Delhi, India and accredited to Sri Lanka, Colonel Avihay Zafrany called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters today (20 May 25).

In commemoration of the 16th National War Heroes’ Day, the Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), accompanied by Service Commanders, embarked on a visit to the Ranaviru Sevana in Ragama on 19 May 25.

The President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, Hon. Anura Kumara Disanayake on 19 May 25 presided over the National War Heroes’ Day commemoration held at the National War Heroes’ Monument in Battaramulla. The ceremony held in a dignified sequence was organized by the Ministry of Defence and Ranaviru Seva Authority.

Hosted by the Sri Lanka Defence Services Sports Board, the 80th International Military Sport Council (CISM) General Assembly & Congress commenced at the Grand Maitland, Colombo today (19 May 25). The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara, as the Chief Guest, graced the event, where the keynote address was delivered by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda

In a remarkable display of professionalism, 09 skillful divers of the Sri Lanka Navy successfully completed a 100-metre underwater dive mission off Elephant Island on 18 May 25. The historic feat which marked a significant milestone in the Navy’s maritime capabilities, was witnessed by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, commending the divers for their professionalism and courage.

In a commendable initiative to promote student health, the Sri Lanka Navy subject matter expertise partnered with the Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Trincomalee, to conduct a health awareness programme for the students of Tissa Vidyalaya, Trincomalee on 14 and 15 May 25.

In a significant step towards ensuring access to clean drinking water, 06 Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants were declared open at Sangattewa, Dampalassagama, Gonapathirawa, Dhathusenapura and Puliyankulama in Ipalogama, Anuradhapura on 16 May 25. These initiatives, spearheaded by the Sri Lanka Navy's Research and Development Unit, are part of the Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) Project, which continues to make a positive impact.