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Speaking to representatives of several Freshwater Fishermen's Associations in Kilinochchi on January 17, 2024, Mr. Douglas Devananda, Minister of Fisheries, said that he was not in politics for fun and that the government, acting on the president's orders, was doing everything it could to assist citizens during the economic downturn while taking into account the state of the nation.

A discussion on the issues that have arisen regarding the livelihood of fishermen in Mannar District was held under the chairmanship of the Minister of Fisheries, Hon. Douglas Devananda on 14.01.2024 at the Auditorium of Mannar District Fisheries Department.

Thai Pongal Day, which is celebrated with great festivity by the Hindu people of the world, is a special occasion of worshiping the Sun God (Surya Divyaraja) wishing for a prosperous harvest and spread of happiness in the lives of the people throughout the year.
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