March 2026

If investments are to be attracted and encouraged in the Northern Province, the existing administrative processes must be simplified immediately. – Hon. Governor

A special discussion aimed at encouraging investors in the Northern Province and simplifying procedures related to their investment projects was held today – on Tuesday 17 March 2026, at the Governor’s Secretariat under the chairmanship of the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan. This discussion, organized in collaboration with the Management Club (TMC) […]

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“Parthenium is a dangerous and poisonous plant. It can only be completely eradicated through intensive monitoring and continuous removal for two to three consecutive years,” said the Hon. Governor.

“When we can collectively eradicate invisible pathogens such as dengue, why have the relevant departments been unable to eliminate the visible plant, Parthenium, for so long?” questioned the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, urging the authorities to take appropriate and immediate measures to eradicate the deadly poisonous plant. A discussion on implementing

“Parthenium is a dangerous and poisonous plant. It can only be completely eradicated through intensive monitoring and continuous removal for two to three consecutive years,” said the Hon. Governor. Read More »

Special Iftar event held at Vavuniya Muslim Maha Vidyalaya under the auspices of the Northern Province Ministry of Education

Even though the religions followed by people are different, the ethical principles they teach and the path they lead to are the same, stated Hon. Governor of Northern Province Nagalingam Vethanayahan. He further noted that the Northern Province equally respects the traditions of people of all ethnicities and religions, and has been excellently promoting their

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Under the theme “A Thriving Nation – A Beautiful Life,” the reconstruction work of the Karainagar Circular Road was initiated as part of efforts to promote regional revival and development.

Northern Province Governor N. Vethanayahan stated that all roads in the Northern Province will be reconstructed within the next two to three years with the full support of His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the Hon. Ministers Bimal Ratnayake and Ramalingam Chandrasekar. Under the theme “A Thriving Nation – A Beautiful Life,” the

Under the theme “A Thriving Nation – A Beautiful Life,” the reconstruction work of the Karainagar Circular Road was initiated as part of efforts to promote regional revival and development. Read More »

“Our Provincial Cooperative Sector, flourished remarkably in the 1970s, has now been pushed into a backward – Hon. Governor

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that future decisions regarding providing additional assistance will depend on how effectively beneficiaries utilize the support provided by the government and how convert their enthusiasm and efforts into productive capital. The official inauguration of the paddy cleaning and grading machine of the Mullaitivu District Integrated

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In Thirumurikandi, two establishments — Ariyathai Traditional Vegetarian Restaurant and Made in Mullaitivu — were inaugurated by the Hon. Governor.

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Customs Department, steps are being taken to facilitate the direct export of local products from Jaffna to countries with a significant Tamil diaspora, in order to address the marketing challenges faced by small and medium-scale entrepreneurs. The Governor

In Thirumurikandi, two establishments — Ariyathai Traditional Vegetarian Restaurant and Made in Mullaitivu — were inaugurated by the Hon. Governor. Read More »

Special Action Plan Report to Provide a Permanent Solution to the Flooding Problem in Navaly East – Kallundaai Resettlement Village Handed Over to Hon. Governor N. Vethanayahan

A special action plan report aimed at providing a permanent solution to the long-standing flooding problem faced by residents of the Navaly East – Kallundai resettlement housing scheme village, located in the Valikamam South-West Divisional Secretariat Division of Jaffna, was handed over today – on Friday 13 March 2026, to the Hon. Governor of the

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A special meeting took place between a high-level delegation led by the World Bank’s Vice President for South Asia and officials headed by the Governor of the Northern Province.

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that the Jaffna Fort and Gurunagar Fishing Harbour projects, selected for the World Bank’s initial phase of development, will make a significant contribution to enhancing the economic well-being of the people and generating employment opportunities A special meeting between a high-level delegation led by the

A special meeting took place between a high-level delegation led by the World Bank’s Vice President for South Asia and officials headed by the Governor of the Northern Province. Read More »

Keerimalai Theerthakkarai and the surrounding areas are highly sacred. While preserving and protecting that sanctity, development activities should be carried out there. – The Hon. Governor stated.

Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that development work in that area should be carried out while fully preserving and protecting the sanctity of the historically significant Keerimalai Theerthakkarai (Sacred Pond). The event of handing over the ‘Thandigai Kanakanayaka Mudaliyar Madam’ property located at Keerimalai Sacred Theerthakkarai on a 100-year lease basis

Keerimalai Theerthakkarai and the surrounding areas are highly sacred. While preserving and protecting that sanctity, development activities should be carried out there. – The Hon. Governor stated. Read More »

The Hon. Governor N. Vethanayahan meets and holds discussions with residents of Palaippaani and Kombuvaichchakulam villages

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that necessary steps will be taken to develop the Mankulam – Moonrumurippu main road in stages. Today – on Thursday 12 March 2026, the Governor undertook a field visit to the underdeveloped villages of Palaippaani and Kombuvaichchakulam, which fall under the Manthai East Divisional Secretariat

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