September 2026

Governor personally inspected ongoing road development works in Vavuniya District

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The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan and Hon. Member of Parliament M. Jegatheeswaran personally visited and inspected today – on Tuesday 15 September 2026, the progress of the road and bridge construction works being carried out in Vavuniya District by the Provincial Department of Road Development – Northern Province. During the visit, […]

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Solution to People’s Transport Woes During Rainy Seasons – New Causeway Opened on Kanthapuram–Rasendrankulam Road

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With people facing severe difficulties every rainy season, a new causeway built on the Kanthapuram–Rasendrankulam Road in the Vavuniya District was opened today – on Tuesday 15 September 2026, by Hon. Governor of the Northern Province N. Vethanayahan and Hon. Member of Parliament M. Jegatheeswaran, as a solution to this recurring problem. This area had

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The Governor takes to the field in person to resolve the long-standing problems of the people of Kallikkulam

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The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province N. Vethanayahan stated that he would personally inspect the various long-standing unresolved basic problems faced by the people of the Kallikkulam area in Vavuniya District and take steps to provide suitable solutions to them. Following a request made by Hon. Member of Parliament for Vanni District M. Jegatheeswaran,

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INVITATION FOR BIDS – JICA Funded Rural Infrastructure Development Project in Emerging Regions (RIDEP) – Loan No. SL-P116

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INVITATION FOR BIDS MINISTRY OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, PROVINCIAL COUNCILS & LOCAL GOVERNMENT JICA Funded Rural Infrastructure Development Project in Emerging Regions (RIDEP) – Loan No. SL-P116 PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION UNIT – NORTHERN PROVINCE English Tamil  

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation discusses investment environment, social welfare and reconciliation with Governor in Northern Province

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation made detailed inquiries from the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, regarding the current situation for investment in the Northern Province, opportunities available for pursuing investments, progress achieved, obstacles encountered and delays faced. A discussion between the IMF delegation, which has arrived in the country to conduct

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“Upgrading local government bodies and creating new ones will only be considered after financial capacity is confirmed” – Hon. Minister Prof. Chandana Abayarathna

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Regarding the upgrading of certain Pradeshiya Sabhas in the Northern Province to Municipal Councils or the division of certain Pradeshiya Sabhas that cover two Divisional Secretariat divisions to form new local government bodies, Hon. Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government, Prof. Chandana Abayarathna, stated that proposals for such changes could be submitted

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Steps to Address Development Officer Shortages in Mullaitivu, Mannar and Kilinochchi; Additional Funding for Northern Province Next Year” – Hon. Minister Prof. Chandana Abayarathna

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The Government will continue to prioritize securing the necessary human and financial resources to effectively implement development activities in the Northern Province. In particular, measures will be taken to address the shortage of Development Officers in the Mullaitivu, Mannar, and Kilinochchi districts, including the temporary deployment of officers who have served in the Jaffna District

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The Governor emphasized that students should not confine themselves to academic knowledge alone, but should also strive to develop strong leadership qualities, a sense of social responsibility, and a commitment to contributing positively to the well-being of others.

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The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that academic knowledge alone does not make a person complete. He emphasized that students must also cultivate good character, develop strong leadership qualities, and foster a sense of responsibility towards others and society as a whole. The inaugural ceremony of the Vaddu Central College Centenary

The Governor emphasized that students should not confine themselves to academic knowledge alone, but should also strive to develop strong leadership qualities, a sense of social responsibility, and a commitment to contributing positively to the well-being of others. Read More »