Balasingam Kajenderan

Puluthiyaaru Lift Irrigation Scheme Re-launched by the Hon. Governor

The Hon. Governor of Northern Province N. Vethanayahan, re-launched the Puluthiyaaru Lift Irrigation Scheme today, Friday – September 26, 2025. At present, about 30 farmers will be able to cultivate per quarter acre of land, and depending on the efforts of farmers, the scheme could be further expanded in the future, the Governor noted during […]

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The Governor has directed the establishment of a mechanism to promptly provide land documents to individuals without disputes in Kilinochchi.

At a meeting chaired by the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, it was decided to implement a special program to promptly provide land documents to residents of the Kilinochchi District who have undisputed ownership. The Governor also instructed the Provincial Land Commissioner to establish an effective mechanism to facilitate this process. A

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People of Northern Province Satisfied with Financial Knowledge but Lags Behind in Financial Behavior – Hon. Governor

The people of the Northern Province continue to be deceived by financial institutions and microfinance companies due to a lack of awareness. In this context, the financial literacy initiatives undertaken by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka are both commendable and essential. This was stated by the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, Mr. N.

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“The impact assessment of projects implemented this year must be carried out next year, without fail,” – Hon. Governor.

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, advised that the 2026 development plans should be prepared in consultation with the people and implemented accordingly. A monthly review meeting to assess the financial and physical progress of projects implemented this year under the Ministry of Health, Indigenous Medicine, Probation, and Child Care Services of

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N.S.R. Sivaruban has been appointed as the Deputy Chief Secretary – Finance of the Northern Province.

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, Mr. N.Vethanayahan, has appointed Mr. N.S.R. Sivaruban as the Deputy Chief Secretary – Finance of the Northern Province. He received his letter of appointment today, Thursday – 25th September 2025, at the Governor’s Secretariat. The Secretary to the Governor, Mr. S. Sathiyaseelan, was also present at this event.

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Hon. Governor and Officials Conduct a Field Visit to Mankulam Central Bus Stand

A field inspection and discussion regarding the operation of the Mankulam Central Bus Stand was held today, Wednesday – September 24, 2025 under the chairmanship of the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan. The Governor and the team of officials visited the bus stand and examined how arrangements for bus arrivals and departures

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Gynecology Ward Services at Kilinochchi Hospital Complex inaugurated by Hon. Governor

The Gynecology Ward services at the Maternity and Gynecology Care Specialty Center, located within the Kilinochchi District Hospital complex, were officially inaugurated by the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province on the morning of Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Addressing concerns about unnecessary rumors regarding the Maternity and Gynecology Care Specialty Center, which was established with

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A discussion was held between the Hon. Governor and the officials of the Asian Development Bank’s Drinking Water Supply Project.

The meeting between the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, and the officials of the Asian Development Bank’s Drinking Water Supply Project on Tuesday (23.09.2025), at the Governor’s Secretariat. The discussion focused on the current progress of the drinking water supply project being implemented in Jaffna District with the financial assistance of the

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A meeting was held between a delegation of officials from the U.S. Embassy and the Hon. Governor

Welcoming investors for the sustainable and long-term development of the Northern Province, the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, emphasized this to Mr. Antony Bernard, the Secretary – Political and Economic Affairs of the U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka. The meeting between the U.S. Embassy delegation and the Governor took place this morning

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Teachers must receive their pension within one month of retirement – Hon. Governor instructs

A meeting between the Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service Association, the Sri Lanka Principals’ Service Association, and the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, was held at the Governor’s Secretariat on Monday evening (22.09.2025). It was emphasized that disciplinary inquiries against teachers and principals should be expedited further. At the same time, the Secretary

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