Balasingam Kajenderan

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

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

The inaugural event for the Northern Province under the “National Housing Program – 2026”, aimed at implementing the housing programs of the Provincial Councils, was held successfully at the Manthai East Divisional Secretariat in the Mullaitivu District.

“During my tenure as District Secretary, there were various instances of political interference in the selection of beneficiaries for housing schemes. However, in the housing program currently being implemented by the Provincial Council, we have ensured that the selection of beneficiaries is carried out independently and transparently, without any political interference,” said the Hon. Governor

The inaugural event for the Northern Province under the “National Housing Program – 2026”, aimed at implementing the housing programs of the Provincial Councils, was held successfully at the Manthai East Divisional Secretariat in the Mullaitivu District. Read More »

Immediate disciplinary action should be initiated against school principals who fail to release transferred teachers – Hon. Governor N. Vethanayahan instructs officials

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, instructed officials that the annual teacher transfers should only be implemented after fully carrying out the transfers granted to teachers based on “service requirements” in the Northern Province. A progress review meeting of the Northern Province Ministry of Education, Cultural Affairs, Sports, and Youth Affairs was

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Full cooperation from all parties, including the public and private sectors, is essential for the development of the tourism industry. You can inform us of your problems at any time. – Hon. Governor N. Vethanayahan stated.

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that the contribution of the private sector is extremely important in developing the tourism industry of the Northern Province. He also noted that the government will provide all necessary facilities required by private sector stakeholders to promote this sector. The Governor made these remarks while

Full cooperation from all parties, including the public and private sectors, is essential for the development of the tourism industry. You can inform us of your problems at any time. – Hon. Governor N. Vethanayahan stated. Read More »