In a concerted effort to combat the spread of dengue fever, the Sri Lanka Navy extended its support to the National Dengue Control Programme, held from 27 to 29 Mar 25 in Trincomalee.

In a bid to enhance safety and emergency preparedness among fishing communities, the Sri Lanka Navy in partnership with the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, conducted a Basic Life Support (BLS) training programme at Cod Bay and Valaichchenai Fisheries Harbours from 26 to 28 Mar 25.

Rear Admiral Jagath Kumara, who was newly appointed as Commander Northern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters on 31 Mar 25.

Demonstrating its continued commitment to social responsibility and empowerment, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted an environmental enhancement initiative at Sri Subramaniyam School, Mullaitivu on 26 Mar 25. The initiative was launched as part of the nationwide programme aimed at fostering an educational atmosphere that upholds national values, incorporates social ethics, and prioritizes environmental sustainability, centered on the theme "A School Full of Happiness.”

To promote a good work-life balance for a healthier Navy and community, a wide range of programmes are underway within the Navy. On the sidelines of these initiatives, the Sri Lanka Navy's Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department successfully organised a hiking expedition to Mount Karagahatenna in the Matale District on 29 Mar 25, under the guidance of Director General Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

In a significant step towards enhancing Sri Lanka's maritime research and operational capabilities, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on 27 Mar 25 between the National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA) and the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) for the operational management and maintenance of the Research Vessel (RV) Samuddrika.

The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda extended warmest congratulations to the Sri Lanka Navy women's rugby team for their outstanding achievement in winning the Inter-Club Women's Rugby Tournament 2024/25. The champion team called on the Navy Chief at the Navy Headquarters on 25 Mar 25.

The Sri Lanka Navy set free 42 sea turtle hatchlings at the Panama beach on 25 Mar 25. As part of the Turtle Conservation Project of the Sri Lanka Navy, the eggs of these hatchlings were conserved, to help them start the journey to adulthood.

In a significant step to bolster welfare facilities for naval personnel, a building converted into a holiday resort was inaugurated at SLNS Gajaba on 21 Mar 25, under the auspices of Commander North Central Naval Area.

The outgoing and incoming Chiefs of Office of Defence Cooperation at U.S. Embassy in Colombo, Commander Sean Jin and Lieutenant Commander Ros Lary respectively called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters today (26 Mar 25).