Event News
Navy makes waves with community service transforming beaches and tourist hotspots

Showing its commitment to community service and environmental stewardship, the Sri Lanka Navy initiated several programmes to transform iconic beaches and tourist destinations in the Southern Naval Command. The initiatives, conducted on 01 and 08 Mar 25, were part of the “Clean Sri Lanka” campaign, specifically under its “A Beautiful Beach - An Attractive Tourist Destination” project.
08 Mar 2025
Navy extends diving assistance to restore functionality of Rajanganaya Reservoir sluice gate

The Sri Lanka Navy stepped forward to provide crucial diving assistance to restore the functionality of the left bank sluice gate at the Rajanganaya Reservoir from 05 to 07 Mar 25.
08 Mar 2025
Let’s nurture mangroves as they nurture the planet

On the sidelines of the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ campaign, the Sri Lanka Navy took the lead in a mangrove planting initiative at the pristine shores of Nilaveli on 08 Mar 25. The project, which focused on mangrove restoration and beach conservation to preserve the marine ecological system, was organized by the Eastern Naval Command.
08 Mar 2025
'Maithree Paada -Yaathra’ pilgrimage arrives at Nagadeepa Purana Raja Maha Viharaya

The 'Maithree Paada -Yaathra’ pilgrimage, commenced at Tissamaharama Raja Maha Viharaya on 07 Feb 25, arrived at Nagadeepa Purana Raja Maha Viharaya today (08 Feb). With the noble aspiration of spreading loving-kindness, compassion, and peace across the world, a group of Buddhist monks (52) from Sri Lanka, Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos embarked on the 'Maithree Paada -Yaathra’ pilgrimage. The Navy enabled essential facilities for those who embarked on this foot pilgrimage with the contribution of the Naval Buddhist Association,
08 Mar 2025
Rear Admiral Princely Liyanage (Retd) aims for double Guinness glory

Rear Admiral Princely Liyanage (Retd) began his remarkable challenge today (08 Mar 25) at 1500 hrs, starting from the Navy Headquarters. Under the supervision of the Serendib World Records, the official body for world record certifications, he aims to achieve two Guinness World Records by completing a continuous 24-hour walk on a manual treadmill.
08 Mar 2025
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Thushara Udugama

The Sri Lanka Navy today (07 Mar 25) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Thushara Udugama who relinquished his duties to which he was committed over the past 33 years in the Sri Lanka Navy.
07 Mar 2025
VBSS demonstration held at Dikkowita fisheries harbour

The Special Boat Squadron (SBS) of the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) demonstration on 05 Mar 25, at Dikkowita fisheries harbour. The event was aimed at showcasing VBSS capabilities to delegates from the Indian Ocean Rim Academic Group (IORAG) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
06 Mar 2025
INS Kuthar sets sail from Colombo

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Kuthar which arrived in Sri Lanka on 03 Mar 25 on an official visit, departed the island today (06 Mar). The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions.
06 Mar 2025
PNS Aslat departs island on successful completion of her visit

The Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) Aslat which arrived in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit on 05 Mar 25, departed the island today (06 Mar). The Sri Lanka Navy honoured the departing ship with a traditional farewell at the Port of Colombo, adhering to established naval traditions.
06 Mar 2025
Navy’s commitment to community: Morakewa Maha Vidyalaya, Horowpothana gets fresh look

In line with its ongoing dedication to community service, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a clean-up initiative at Morakewa Maha Vidyalaya in Horowpothana on 04 Mar 25. This effort was part of the broader "Clean Sri Lanka" campaign, a nationwide project aimed at revitalizing schools across the country.
06 Mar 2025