NEWS AND EVENTS
During the current government’s tenure, the most favorable environment for investment prevails in the North. – Hon. Governor
The arrival of tourists to Delft has been increasing in recent times. Therefore, considering the welfare of the people of that area and tourists, the need has arisen to rehabilitate...
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A meeting took place between the Chief Representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency and the Northern Governor.
The Honorable Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, requested the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to extend its cooperation toward the development of the health sector and the implementation...
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“Paranthan Chemical Factory Revived After 40 Years; Diaspora Relations Should Come Forward to Invest!” – Governor’s Call at the Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony
By attracting investments through a public–private partnership and fully recommissioning the Paranthan Chemical Factory, our diaspora relations living abroad should come forward to invest in such sustainable productive ventures. This...
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“The history of disappointed investors is over—this is the dawn of a golden era for investment in the North,” the Governor said at the summit.
In the past, investors who came to the Northern Province often returned due to unfavorable conditions. However, under the current government, a highly conducive environment for investment has been established...
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“Basic infrastructure development is essential to attract investments!” – Governor urges senior officials of the Ministry of Finance
While investors are showing interest in investing in the Northern Province, it is our responsibility to improve the basic infrastructure and create an investment-friendly environment, stated the Hon. Governor of...
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Indian universities offer globally recognised degrees at significantly lower cost – Hon. Governor N. Vethanayahan highlights
Indian universities offer globally recognised degrees at nearly one-quarter of the cost charged by universities in most Western countries. This makes access to quality higher education much easier for our...
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Second Day of the National Cadet Corps Annual Sports Meet Held Under the Patronage of the Hon. Governor
The second day of events of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Annual Sports Meet for the year 2025 was held with great splendour this evening – on Sunday 18 January...
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Pongal should be made the province’s main festival through joint efforts of agriculture, tourism, and cultural departments, says Governor Vethanayahan in Mannar.
“It would be most welcome if, in the future, the three key ministries and departments—the Northern Provincial Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs, the Provincial Tourism Bureau, and the Ministry...
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The ‘Sathanai Thamizhan’ 2025 – Award Ceremony organized by DAN TV was held in Jaffna.
The ‘Saathanai Thamizhan’ (Achieved Tamizhan) award ceremony for 2025, presented by DAN Television, took place in Jaffna. This award was presented during a special Pongal festival organized by DAN Television...
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The national initiative “The Whole Nation Together,” launched by the Government with the aim of freeing our society from narcotic drugs, was officially inaugurated in Jaffna under the chairmanship of His Excellency the President.
With the objective of liberating our society from toxic narcotic drugs that have become a national disaster in Sri Lanka, the Government’s national initiative titled “The Whole Nation Together” was...
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“A Place of One’s Own – Beautiful Life”: Housing Project for 2,500 War-Affected Families in the North and East Launched! – Presidential inauguration Ceremony in Chavakachcheri
Under the theme “A Place of One’s Own – Beautiful Life,” a special housing programme to construct homes for 2,500 families in the Northern and Eastern Provinces who were affected...
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“The President’s visit will serve as a driving force to showcase our cultural pride to the world,” the Governor said at the Manipay ‘Pongal Sangamam’ event.
The participation of the President in the Thai Pongal festival, which reflects the uniqueness of the Tamil people, is an important factor in showcasing the region’s cultural pride to the...
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“When January (Thai) begins, a new path opens, and the people place their faith in the President,” the Governor remarked at the Velanai Pongal festival.
Our people have great faith in the His Excellency the President and equally great expectations. “When January (Thai) begins, a new path opens” is the unshakable belief of our people...
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The foundation stone–laying ceremony for the 50 MW wind power project in Mannar was held under the patronage of His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
Marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector, the foundation stone–laying ceremony for the 50 MW wind power project of HayWind One Limited was held on Thursday (15...
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“Let us all join hands to eradicate drugs with the dedication of the President!” – Governor’s call in Jaffna
With the dedication and support of His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Governor of Northern Province Hon. N. Vethanayahan called upon everyone to unite and successfully carry out the...
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