NEWS AND EVENTS

Diwali greetings from the Honorable Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan

Diwali greetings from the Honorable Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan

Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolizes the journey of dispelling darkness and spreading light. It reminds us of the triumph of good over evil and inspires us to build a...
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Hon. Governor inaugurated the Kilinochchi District Office of Green Layer Organization

Hon. Governor inaugurated the Kilinochchi District Office of Green Layer Organization

Planting trees and maintaining them has become a challenge in our province due to the destructive acts of certain individuals, stated Hon. Governor of Northern Province N. Vethanayahan with concern...
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Children should not be subjected to physical or psychological punishment. By nurturing children with love, we can build a better nation. – Hon. Governor

Children should not be subjected to physical or psychological punishment. By nurturing children with love, we can build a better nation. – Hon. Governor

Children must be protected from the use of deadly drugs. A network is being created targeting children, and we must dismantle it to provide them with a safe environment. Investing...
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“Our culture reflects the customs passed down by our ancestors, and it is our responsibility to preserve and pass them on to future generations.” – Hon. Governor

“Our culture reflects the customs passed down by our ancestors, and it is our responsibility to preserve and pass them on to future generations.” – Hon. Governor

Students should develop leadership qualities alongside their education. Education alone does not make a person complete. It is only through cultivating leadership skills that students can truly become well-rounded. This...
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Decision to close all licensed liquor stores in the Northern Province on Deepavali Day

Decision to close all licensed liquor stores in the Northern Province on Deepavali Day

Based on a request submitted by the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, to His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, a decision has been taken to close...
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“Our province is both the most resource-rich and the most poverty-stricken in Sri Lanka. Due to the failure to use our resources properly, we are also leading in poverty,” said the Hon. Governor.

“Our province is both the most resource-rich and the most poverty-stricken in Sri Lanka. Due to the failure to use our resources properly, we are also leading in poverty,” said the Hon. Governor.

Competitive purchasing is essential to ensure better prices for agricultural produce. Necessary steps have already been initiated to establish such a competitive purchasing mechanism. Through this initiative, it is hoped...
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School Principals from the schools in offshore Islands of Jaffna District Meet and Discuss with the Hon. Governor

School Principals from the schools in offshore Islands of Jaffna District Meet and Discuss with the Hon. Governor

School principals from the schools in offshore islands of Jaffna District met with the Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, at the Governor’s Secretariat on the evening of...
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The Honorable Governor Inspects the Site Proposed for a Waste Sorting Centre by the Nallur Pradeshiya Sabha

The Honorable Governor Inspects the Site Proposed for a Waste Sorting Centre by the Nallur Pradeshiya Sabha

In response to objections raised regarding the establishment of a waste sorting centre by the Nallur Pradeshiya Sabha in the Ariyalai, Karaimunangu area, a petition was submitted to the Hon...
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A discussion was held on the development of the Jaffna Fort with financial assistance from the World Bank.

A discussion was held on the development of the Jaffna Fort with financial assistance from the World Bank.

A discussion on the development of the Jaffna Fort with financial assistance from the World Bank was held at the Governor’s Secretariat on Friday morning – 17th October 2025, under...
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A meeting was held between all members of the Manthai East Pradeshiya Sabha, led by the Chairman, and the Hon. Governor.

A meeting was held between all members of the Manthai East Pradeshiya Sabha, led by the Chairman, and the Hon. Governor.

The Hon. Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, stated that a prioritized list of roads in Manthai East should be prepared for reconstruction and that the work can be...
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Report submitted to the Governor by the Provincial Director of Education concerning the incidents that occurred during the proceedings of the Northern Provincial Teachers’ Transfer Board and the Appeal Board.

Report submitted to the Governor by the Provincial Director of Education concerning the incidents that occurred during the proceedings of the Northern Provincial Teachers’ Transfer Board and the Appeal Board.

Amidst the circulation of conflicting information regarding the events that took place during the proceedings of the Northern Provincial Teachers’ Transfer Board and the Appeal Board, the Honorable Governor of...
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Every human being desires health, peace, and happiness. If the quality of meditation becomes ingrained within us, peace and happiness will naturally follow. – Hon. Governor

Every human being desires health, peace, and happiness. If the quality of meditation becomes ingrained within us, peace and happiness will naturally follow. – Hon. Governor

In today’s societal environment, despite people having access to all facilities, meditation practices and mental development yoga exercises are essential to alleviate the suffering surrounding them and to achieve liberation...
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Appointment letters issued to Nursing Officers

Appointment letters issued to Nursing Officers

120 Nursing Officers were appointed on 15th October 2025 to the Northern Province Council hospitals such as District General Hospitals, Base Hospitals & Divisional Hospitals. The appointment letters were issued...
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Each appeal must be carefully reviewed and decided upon individually by the committee headed by the Provincial Director of Education – Hon. Governor

Each appeal must be carefully reviewed and decided upon individually by the committee headed by the Provincial Director of Education – Hon. Governor

Hon. Governor of the Northern Province N. Vedanayahan, has announced that any teacher who believes they have been affected by the teacher transfer list for the year 2026—prepared based on...
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A discussion was held to review the progress of the projects implemented under the Ministry of Agriculture.

A discussion was held to review the progress of the projects implemented under the Ministry of Agriculture.

The monthly review meeting to evaluate the financial and physical progress of the projects being implemented this year under the Ministry of Agriculture and Co-operative Services, Livestock Development, Irrigation, Fisheries...
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