Operation News
Navy takes hold of 05 poaching trawlers in Sri Lankan waters
The Sri Lanka Navy conducted special operations to chase away Indian poaching trawlers from Sri Lankan waters in the evening of 14th October 2023. The separate operations led to the seizure of 05 Indian trawlers with 27 Indian nationals poaching in Sri Lankan waters off Mannar as well as near the Delft and Kachchativu Islands, Jaffna.
15 Oct 2023
Navy nabs 02 persons with a stock of dried sea cucumber in Kalpitiya
A special search operation mounted by the Navy in Kudawa beach area of Kalpitiya on 10th October 2023 led to the apprehension of 02 individuals who were in the process of preparing over 274kg of dried sea cucumbers for illegal transportation. Along with the stock of dried sea cucumber, believed to have been smuggled via sea, a cab used for this illegal act was also taken into the naval custody.
11 Oct 2023
Commander of the Navy visits Navy’s flood-relief efforts in Southern Province
Following adverse weather conditions prevailing in several parts of the island, the Sri Lanka Navy has mobilized its flood relief teams in Matara, Akuressa, Thihagoda and Kamuburupitiya areas in the Southern Province as of 04th October 2023. With a view to observe the Navy’s commitment in providing assistance to the flood-affected individuals in those regions, Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera visited the Matara district today 08th October.
08 Oct 2023
Navy continues to assist flood victims
Following adverse weather conditions prevailing in several parts of the island, the Sri Lanka Navy has mobilized its flood relief teams in Matara, Akuressa, Thihagoda and Kamuburupitiya areas in the Southern Province as of 04th October 2023. These teams are currently engaged in providing assistance to the flood-affected individuals in those regions.
07 Oct 2023
Navy apprehends 24 persons for engaging in illegal fishing
The Navy apprehended 24 persons who engaged in illegal fishing practices, during special operations conducted in the Sallimunai beach area, Trincomalee, sea and beach areas of Vakarei and off Nagar Kovil, Jaffna on 05th and 06th October 2023. The operations also led to the seizure of 09 dinghies, 01 cab, diving equipment and unauthorized fishing gear.
07 Oct 2023
Navy continues to assist flood victims
Following adverse weather conditions prevailing in several parts of the island, the Sri Lanka Navy has mobilized its flood relief teams in Akuressa, Thihagoda and Kamuburupitiya areas in the Southern Province as of 04th October 2023. These teams are currently engaged in providing assistance to the flood-affected individuals in those regions.
06 Oct 2023
Navy apprehends 15 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in Trincomalee
The Navy apprehended 15 persons for engaging in illegal fishing, during separate operations conducted off the Bolder Point, in Walaithottam beach area and off the Norway Island in Trincomalee on 03rd and 04th October 2023. The operations also led to the apprehension of 04 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear used for these illegal fishing practices.
05 Oct 2023
Navy apprehends 07 persons for engaging in illegal fishing
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 07 persons for engaging in illegal fishing, during separate operations conducted off the Norway Island, Trincomalee and in Erakkandi on 02nd October 2023. The operations also led to the apprehension of 01 dinghy, 01 lorry and unauthorized fishing gear.
03 Oct 2023
Navy renders assistance to flood victims
Foll adverse weather conditions, the Sri Lanka Navy has mobilized its flood relief teams in Akuressa, Athuraliya, Thawalama, and Kamburupitiya areas in the Southern Province as of 28th September 2023. These teams are currently actively engaged in providing assistance to the flood-affected individuals in these regions.
01 Oct 2023
Navy pressed into action to clear blockage under Wakwella Bridge in Galle
The Sri Lanka Navy on 29th September 2023 cleared the blockage under the Wakwella Bridge which is over Gin River in Galle, ensuring the free flow of water downstream.
30 Sep 2023