Separate search operations conducted by the Navy and Police in Negombo, Kalpitiya and Silawathura areas on 07th and 08th September 2024 led to the seizure of more than 1222kg (wet weight) of smuggled Tendu leaves. The operations also resulted in the apprehension of 01 lorry and 02 dinghies.

The Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard intercepted 03 Indian trawlers poaching in Sri Lankan waters and apprehended 14 Indian fishermen, during a special operation conducted off the Delft Island this afternoon (07th September 2024).