In an effort to safeguard the nation’s marine resources, the Sri Lanka Navy, in collaboration with the Coast Guard and the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, conducted a series of coordinated operations across island waters from 01 to 15 Apr 26.

Being a key frontline stakeholder in the national mission, 'A Nation United,' the Navy continues to maintain a vigilant maritime shield to eradicate the drug menace from society. During yet another successful operation on the high seas south of Sri Lanka, the Navy intercepted a local multi-day fishing trawler (01) and apprehended four suspects (04) in connection with the smuggling of a stock of suspected narcotics.