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The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, emphasized that an evaluation should be carried out at the beginning of next year to assess the outcomes of this year’s programs, as well as the changes in the standard of living of the people. The monthly review meeting to evaluate the financial and physical progress […]

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, emphasized that local authorities must commence cleaning drainages and culverts under their jurisdiction before the onset of the monsoon season. He also urged the removal of illegal constructions that have encroached on these waterways, taking into account the flood risks experienced last year. The Governor further

The opening ceremony of Annai Holdings, a modern seafood processing factory established in Navatkuli, was held on Wednesday, 3 September 2025. Hon. Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic Resources and Marine Affairs, R. Chandrasekar, together with Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, unveiled the nameboard and officially inaugurated the company. The Governor, along with other

The first guidance committee meeting, chaired by the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, was held today, Wednesday (03.09.2025), at the Northern Province Governor’s Secretariat to expedite the works the proposed investment zone project in Mankulam. The meeting was attended by the Resident Representative of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization in Sri

In conjunction with World Coconut Day celebrations, the inaugural ceremony of the Northern Coconut Triangle Zone, themed “Nation is Prosperity – The Wealth of the Katpakatharu (Palm),” was held on Tuesday morning (02.09.2025) at the Kanthaswamy Temple premises in Puthukudiyiruppu, under the leadership of His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The event was also

His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that, the Vadduvagal Bridge, the most important bridge in Mullaitivu District, will be developed within two years. The inauguration ceremony for the development of the Vadduvagal Bridge, which has been a long-standing request of the people of Mullaitivu District, was held today, Tuesday (02.09.2025), at Vattuvagal. The

His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake ceremonially inaugurated the Seed Coconut Plantation today, Tuesday (02 September 2025), in the Palai Divisional Secretariat Division of Kilinochchi District. Hon. N. Vethanayahan, Governor of the Northern Province, also graced the occasion. The Coconut Research Institute and Chilaw Plantation Company have jointly established this plantation to support the

His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has allocated a special budget of Rs. 100 million for the development of the Jaffna Public Library. The official launch ceremony of this initiative was held today, Monday (01.09.2025), at the Jaffna Public Library. At this event, His Excellency the President and his delegation were warmly received by the

The third phase of development works of the Myliddy Harbour was inaugurated this morning (01.09.2025, Monday) by His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, also participated in this event. A financial allocation of 300 million rupees has been allocated for the third phase of the harbour’s

Whatever the service may be, it must be carried out with honesty and transparency. In doing so, challenges and pressures are inevitable. However, if we remain committed to honesty and transparency, we will never have to fear anyone,” said the Honorable Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan With the financial support of the late