Governor

On the occasion of Sri Lanka’s 77th Independence Day, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Sri Lankans. Independence is not merely an event to remember the past but also a commitment to building a future rooted in unity, peace, and prosperity. The Northern Province has held a significant place in the nation’s history and […]

In a meeting on January 24, 2025, the Honourable Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayakan, highlighted the importance of adhering to regulations concerning school students’ hair styling. The discussion, held at the Governor’s Secretariat, involved the Northern Province Beauty Salon Association, which raised concerns about non-compliance with established guidelines by certain beauty salons. The

The Jaffna International Trade Fair, celebrating its 15th year, officially opened on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Tilko Hotel. The event was inaugurated with speeches and followed by a tour of the exhibition halls, where the Honourable Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayakan, highlighted the significance of the fair in attracting investment to the

The launch of ‘The Nail’, a magazine created by the Civil and Environmental Society of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Jaffna, was held on Thursday morning, 23rd January 2025, at the University of Jaffna. The event was graced by the Honourable Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayakan, as the Chief Guest. The Vice-Chancellor of Jaffna University, Prof. C. Sirisarkunaraja,

தைப்பொங்கல் பண்டிகையைக் கொண்டாடும் இந்த நாளில், வடக்கு மாகாணத்திலும் உலகெங்கிலும் உள்ள அனைத்து தமிழ் உறவுகளுக்கும் எனது மனமார்ந்த வாழ்த்துக்களைத் தெரிவித்துக் கொள்கிறேன். தைப்பொங்கல் என்பது நன்றியுணர்வுக்கான பண்டிகை. சூரியனால் உயிர்வாழ்வதற்காகவும், விவசாயிகளின் அயராத முயற்சிகளுக்காகவும் நன்றி தெரிவிக்கும் தருணம் இது. இயற்கையை கடவுளாக வழிபடும் எங்கள் மரபின் அடிப்படையில் இந்தத் திருநாள் முக்கியம் பெறுகின்றது. எங்கள் பாரம்பரியங்களை ஊடுகடத்தும் வடிவிலும் இந்தத் தைப்பொங்கல் பண்டிகை சிறப்பானதாக அமைக்கின்றது. வடக்கு மாகாணத்தின் இரு கண்களாக விவசாயமும், மீன்பிடியுமே

An event was held at the Governor’s Secretariat on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, to honour the Northern Provincial artists who won awards in the prestigious ‘Shilpa Abhimani’ – Presidential Handicraft Award Competition. This competition, organized annually by the National Crafts Council under the Ministry of Industries, recognizes and celebrates the finest local handicraft talents across

The Hon. Governor of  Northern Province, N. Vethanayagan, delivered an inspiring message at the commencement ceremony for the year 2025, held on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at the Governor’s Secretariat. In his address, he urged everyone to take responsibility for the various services provided to the public and to commit to their duties with dedication.

As we embrace the new year’s dawn, I extend my warmest greetings to everyone in the Northern Province. May this year be one of growth, prosperity, and success for all of them. The New Year is not just a time for celebration, but also for reflection and renewal of our goals. It is a time

I extend my warmest greetings to all those celebrating Christmas. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with family and friends, let us remember the true spirit of Christmas. Let us keep in mind the thoughts of spreading love and kindness, sharing joy, helping others, and fostering harmony among all communities. As we celebrate

The annual New Year event organized by the DAN Television Group to decorate the Jaffna Clock Tower with lights was inaugurated by Hon. Governor of Northern Province, N. Vethanayagan, on Monday evening, December 23, 2024. The Governor officially launched the event by lighting the decorative lights. Jaffna District Secretary, M. Pradeepan, also participated in the