Operation News
Navy apprehends 04 persons whilst transporting dried sea cucumber illegally
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 04 persons for illegally transporting dried sea cucumber, during a special operation conducted in Mannar seas in the wee hours of 16th December 2023. The operation also led to the seizure of 02 dinghies and over 808kg of dried sea cucumber.
17 Dec 2023
Navy apprehends 02 suspects with 2820 medicinal drugs in Silawathura
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 02 suspects with 2820 Pregabalin capsules, during a special search operation conducted with the Police near the Kallaru roadblock, Silawathura and in Achchanakulam area on 15th December 2023.
16 Dec 2023
Navy continues flood relief efforts in Anuradhapura
In the wake of inclement weather, the Navy mobilized its relief teams in Parakramapura of Padaviya, Anuradhapura since 03rd December 2023. Committed to their relief efforts, the Navy teams have been continuing their services in full swing even today (15th December).
16 Dec 2023
Navy apprehends 17 persons for engaging in illegal fishing
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 17 persons for engaging in illegal fishing, during separate operations conducted off Silawathura, Vankalai in Mannar, Kalmunai Point in Jaffna and beach area of Negombo on 13th December 2023. The operations also led to the apprehension of 06 dinghies, diving gear and about 743 illegally harvested sea cucumbers.
15 Dec 2023
Navy’s swift response brings relief to people affected by floods in North Central Province
In the wake of inclement weather prevailing in several parts of the island, the Navy has swiftly mobilized its relief teams in Parakramapura of Padaviya, Anuradhapura since 03rd December 2023. Demonstrating their commitment to safeguarding lives and property, the Navy relief teams are currently engaged to alleviate the suffering of the affected communities.
14 Dec 2023
Navy takes hold of a poaching trawler in Sri Lankan waters
The Sri Lanka Navy conducted a special operation to chase away Indian poaching trawlers from Sri Lankan waters today (13th December 2023). The operation led to the seizure of 01 Indian trawler with 06 Indian fishermen poaching in Sri Lankan waters off the Kovilan Lighthouse, Kareinagar.
14 Dec 2023
Navy brings ashore ill fisherman for medical attention
The Sri Lanka Navy today (13th December 2023) brought ashore a fisherman who had fallen ill while aboard a local multiday fishing trawler. The fisherman was off the Foul Point, Trincomalee, as he was approached by the Navy.
14 Dec 2023
Navy apprehends 07 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in Silawathura
The Navy apprehended 07 persons who engaged in illegal night diving in Silawathura sea area, during a search operation conducted in the wee hours of today (13th December 2023). The operation also led to the seizure of 02 dinghies, diving gear and about 874 illegally harvested sea cucumbers.
13 Dec 2023
Navy takes hold of consignment of medicinal pills in Mannar
The Sri Lanka Navy recovered a substantial quantity of Pregabalin pills, totaling 6000, during a search operation conducted in the coastal vicinity of Oluthuduwai, Mannar on 11th December 2023. These Pregabalin pills, concealed in the Oluthuduwai beach area, are suspected to have been smuggled into the country.
13 Dec 2023
Navy takes hold of 02 poaching trawlers in Sri Lankan waters
The Sri Lanka Navy conducted a special operation to chase away Indian poaching trawlers from Sri Lankan waters in the dark hours of 09th December 2023. The operation led to the seizure of 02 Indian trawlers with 25 Indian fishermen poaching in Sri Lankan waters off Point Pedro.
10 Dec 2023