
Department of Fisheries & Aquatic Resources
Responsible for fisheries management, vessel registration, licensing, and marine enforcement across Sri Lanka.
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The Ministry works closely with departments, statutory bodies, research organizations and training institutes to deliver fisheries services, scientific research, education and sustainable sector development.
The Ministry collaborates with a wide range of departments, statutory bodies, research organizations and training institutions to deliver efficient public services while supporting sustainable fisheries and aquatic resource development.
Responsible for implementing national policies, regulations and public services related to fisheries and aquatic resources.
Specialized organizations supporting research, infrastructure, education and sustainable fisheries development.
Delivering essential services, technical assistance and community support for citizens and stakeholders.
Working together to strengthen fisheries, aquaculture and ocean-resource management throughout Sri Lanka.
These statutory bodies and research institutes play a vital role in oceanographic research, harbour infrastructure, aquaculture extension, and sustainable aquatic resource administration across Sri Lanka.

Responsible for fisheries management, vessel registration, licensing, and marine enforcement across Sri Lanka.

Conducts scientific research in oceanography, marine biology, fisheries management, and aquatic environment.

Drives sustainable inland fisheries, commercial shrimp farming, seed production, and freshwater aquaculture.

Constructs, manages, and operates fishery harbours, anchorage facilities, and maritime safety infrastructure.

Manages commercial fish purchasing, cold storage facilities, fish processing, and islandwide public distribution.
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DFARResponsible for fisheries management, vessel registration, licensing, and marine enforcement across Sri Lanka.
NARAConducts scientific research in oceanography, marine biology, fisheries management, and aquatic environment.
NAQDADrives sustainable inland fisheries, commercial shrimp farming, seed production, and freshwater aquaculture.
CFHCConstructs, manages, and operates fishery harbours, anchorage facilities, and maritime safety infrastructure.
CFCManages commercial fish purchasing, cold storage facilities, fish processing, and islandwide public distribution.
CNFLSpecializes in fiberglass boat manufacturing, marine vessel construction, and modern fishing gear technology.
NSLOperates state-of-the-art fishing net manufacturing plants supplying high-quality netting products to local fishers.
OTHERExplore statutory boards, provincial fisheries bodies, and partner institutions under Ministry jurisdiction.