The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera who is also the Chairman - Task Force to Combat the Use of Poisonous and Dangerous Drugs briefed media on the crucial role of media in the ongoing mission of fostering public understanding of the issues surrounding poisonous and dangerous drugs. The press conference was held at the auditorium of Ministry of Mass Media on 29th November 2023.

Marking the 44th Anniversary of Sri Lanka Naval Association, slated for 08th December, its annual get-together was held on a colourful note at the Wave n' Lake Navy Hall in Welisara on 25th November 2023. The event was held under the patronage of its President Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne (Retd) who is also a former Commander of the Navy and Chief of Defence Staff.