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A discussion was held between the Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, and the newly appointed 36th Commander of Jaffna Security Forces, Major General M.J.R.S. regarding the current situation in the Northern Province and securing the security forces’ cooperation during disasters in the upcoming rainy season. The meeting took place this evening (10.11.2026), Tuesday, […]

The Governor of Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, instructed the Jaffna Municipal Council to rectify deficiencies in the Jaffna New Market Complex within a set timeframe and, jointly with the Urban Development Authority, examine the feasibility of constructing a modern long-term shopping mall there. These guidelines were issued during a special discussion on urban development held

Deepavali is not merely a festival of lighting lamps in homes and streets to spread light. It is a noble occasion that reminds us of establishing righteousness by removing unrighteousness, and ensuring justice prevails by eliminating injustice, just as light dispels darkness. Deepavali signifies the victory of good over evil and justice over injustice. Justice

Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, has announced that a special holiday will be granted to all Tamil schools in the Northern Province on Monday, November 9, following the Deepavali festival. In lieu of this special holiday, a compensatory school day will be conducted on Saturday, November 14. Meanwhile, the Governor also stated

On the instructions of His Excellency the President, the Excise Department has granted approval to close all licensed liquor shops in the Northern Province tomorrow (08.11.2026), Sunday, in view of the auspicious day of Deepavali. Hindu organizations and religious leaders in the Northern Province had submitted a request to the Hon. Governor of the Northern

Sterilization will be performed on 30,000 dogs in the Northern Province next year, alongside expanding the vaccination program. This decision was taken at a discussion held today (06.11.2026) under the chairmanship of the Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, to control rabies and manage the stray dog population. To avoid increasing dog-related accidents, disease

The Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, graced an event held today (06.11.2026) at the Maritimepattu Pradeshiya Sabha Hall in Mullaitivu as the Chief Guest to honor achieving farmers, farm owners, and Freshwater Fishing Societies. Addressing the event, he emphasized that rather than solely increasing the production of agricultural, livestock, and fishing sectors which

Attending the sesquicentennial celebration of Jaffna St. Charles Maha Vidyalaya today (05.11.2026), the Governor of Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan stated that real victory of teaching is not limited to increasing students’ exam results; it is about instilling love and hope in their mind. He urged that students be guided with love and patience in the

PRESS RELEASE NO. 26/11/06   With plans underway to export toddy from the Northern Province in 2027, the Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that necessary action will be taken to eliminate official and bureaucratic administrative barriers. He made these remarks during a discussion held today (04.11.2026) at the Governor’s Secretariat with the

Organized by the Management Development Training Unit of the Northern Province, a certificate awarding ceremony for 193 government officials who completed a training course was held today (04.11.2026) at the Auditorium of the Chief Secretary’s Secretariat. Attending the event as the Chief Guest, the Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, expressed concern that the