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The Hon. Governor of Northen Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that works to identify lands have been initiated through the respective District Secretariats to establish industrial zones in Mannar, Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu Districts aiming to develop the industrial sector in Northern Province. This was announced during the discussion held today (14.10.2026) at Governor’s Secretariat between the […]

Exploring the possibilities for reactivating the “Thikkam Distillery”, a decision was made to prepare plans for its reactivation as an Export oriented Production Centre, and to seek legal validation from the Attorney General’s Department regarding the agreement entered between the Palmyrah Development Board and a Private Institution. A discussion regarding the reactivation of “Thikkam Distillery”

The first official meeting of the Trust Fund Board established with cabinet approval to carry out its future activities under proper administration as planned, was held today (10.10.2026), Saturday morning at the Jaffna Thiruvalluvar Cultural Centre. Members of the Trust Fund Board have signed the documents marking the establishment on 18th on last September. Accordingly,

As requested by the people of Kanjiramoddai, located on the border of Vavuniya District, Hon. M. Jegatheeswaran, Member of Parliament for Vanni District, along with the Hon. N. Vethanayahan, Governor of Northern Province personally inspected the development works today (09.10.2026). In respect of the request made during the field visit last year, temporary renovation works

The Governor of Northern Province, Hon. N. Vethanayahan, instructed the relevant officials to ensure the efficient delivery of sources and administrative supports for the continued IVF service provided at Kilinochchi General Hospital with completely free of charge. The special discussion in relevant to this was held today (08.10.2026) at the Governor’s Secretariat under the chair

The Governor of Northern Province, Hon. N. Vethanayahan, made field visits to several parts of Jaffna District, and learnt about the needs of people, school communities and investors personally. Inspecting the investment projects in Allaipiddy and Chulipuram, he explored the current status of “Allai Vilas” project, its potential to improve tourism sector and creation of

Combating the severe drought caused by the “EL-Nino” climate phenomenon, Hon. N. Vethanayahan, Governor of Northern province, declared open a new tank constructed under “Kaithady Komatha Drinking Water Scheme – 2026” with the joint effort of people to address the needs for water for cattle. “Development of a village depends not on the government, but

Commending the Northern Provincial Department of Health Services for its progress in project implementation and fund utilization, Hon. N. Vethanayahan, Governor of Northern Province instructed officials to complete ongoing work as earlier by utilizing allocated funds within the timeframe. It was also decided to submit a special request to the Finance Commission and the Central

The Governor Hon. N. Vethanayahan has directed officials to properly document the direct benefits people receive from 516 development projects, carried out at the cost of Rs. 4,081 million across various sectors in Northern Province, including agriculture, irrigation, and fisheries. He made this remark during the monthly progress review meeting of the relevant ministry and

Hon. N. Vethanayahan, Governor of Northern Province emphasized that all local authorities must to identify people dumping waste in public places by CCTV cameras and impose fines on them. These actions are essential to prevent public littering and ensure a clean environment. The Governor gave these directions while chairing the monthly progress review meeting today