Operations News
Navy nabs 02 suspects with a stock of Kendu leaves in Puttalam
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a consignment of Kendu leaves, weighing about 542kg, and apprehended two suspects (02) and a cab, during a search operation in Puttalam on 09 Dec 25.
11 Dec 2025
Navy takes hold of cannabis valued over Rs. 14 million
In a search operation on 07 Dec 25, the Sri Lanka Navy recovered a stock of foreign-origin cannabis in the Vellai beach area of the Delft Island, Jaffna.
08 Dec 2025
A naval operation seizes another consignment of narcotics in Kalpitiya sea
During an operation carried out by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Ippanthivu sea area of Kalpitiya on the night of 05 Dec 25, naval personnel intercepted a dinghy carrying three (03) sacks suspected to contain narcotics, as well as another dinghy that had arrived to assist it, with four (04) suspects.
06 Dec 2025
Navy seizes large stock of foreign cigarettes off Delft
The Sri Lanka Navy recovered a substantial haul of foreign cigarettes and other cosmetic and wearable items during a search operation conducted in seas south of Delft, Jaffna, on 03 Dec 25.
05 Dec 2025
A joint operation to rescue flood victims in Mannar
A joint rescue operation was conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Army from 29 Nov to 01 Dec 25, in response to severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall in the Mannar, Nanattan, Murunkan, Vidayanakulam and Settikulam areas.
02 Dec 2025
Navy continues island wide Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief efforts
The Sri Lanka Navy continued its Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations on 01 Dec 25, extending vital support to communities affected by the recent floods. These efforts included the provision of medical care, dry rations, drinking water and the restoration of essential services in affected areas.
02 Dec 2025
Navy extends assistance to flood-affected communities in Avissawella
A medical clinic was organized by the Amithirigala Medical Office of Health at Gurugalle Junior College, Avissawella, on 30 Nov 25, to support residents affected by severe flooding triggered by adverse weather conditions. The Navy rendered assistance for this cause, providing essential support and relief to the communities impacted by the floods.
01 Dec 2025
157 individuals saved from floodwaters in Illuppukadavai and Settikulam
The Sri Lanka Navy, on 30 Nov 25, rescued 157 persons affected by flooding in the Illuppukadavai and Settikulam areas of Mannar, following heavy rainfall. The rescue operations ensured that all those impacted were safely relocated and provided with essential relief.
01 Dec 2025
Sri Lanka Navy conducts urgent medical evacuation for critically ill child
The Navy facilitated the urgent transfer of a critically ill child from Analathivu Island to the Karampan Jetty on Kayts Island, Jaffna, last night (30 Nov 25), deploying a naval craft to ensure the child received immediate medical attention.
01 Dec 2025
Navy disaster-response teams recover vehicle trapped in Chettikulam floodwaters
The Navy extended timely assistance to a stranded vehicle in Chettikulam, Vavuniya, after heavy rainfall triggered flooding in the area.
01 Dec 2025















