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A special programme to provide relief to fishermen in the Chilaw district was held today (March 23, 2026) at the Chilaw Fishery Harbour, under the government’s extensive relief package of Rs. 865.79 million aimed at uplifting the fishing community impacted by Cyclone ‘Ditwa’, which struck in November 2025.

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Despite the Ministry of Public Administration declaring Wednesdays as public holidays amid the ongoing fuel crisis, essential services of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources will continue to function without interruption.

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Following decisions taken at a discussion held under the patronage of the President, a new fuel management program is set to be implemented to ensure the sustainability of the fishing sector amid current challenges, according to Dr. B. K. Kolita Kamal Jinadasa, Secretary to the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources.

  1. Ahead of Minister Chandrasekhar’s upcoming visit to Norway in April, a special discussion was held to identify new investment opportunities in the fisheries sector.
  2. Fishing gear and fish crates worth Rs. 8.6 million were distributed to strengthen the fisheries sector in the Southern Province
  3. With the aim of restoring the livelihoods of the fishing community in the Batticaloa District affected by Cyclone “Ditwa,” the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekhar, undertook a special official visit to the dis
  4. Rs. 1,300 million allocated for full development of Valachchenai Fishery Harbour: Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar on inspection tour
  5. Huge progress in Kurunegala freshwater fisheries: Meeting chaired by Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage commended
  6. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage takes urgent steps to resolve Puttalam District fisheries issues. Special attention to coastal erosion and development of port infrastructure
  7. Overcoming the Ditwah Challenge, Repair of inland fishing boats in 9 districts has already been successfully completed!
  8. “Drug prevention operation successfully underway across the southern coastal belt: Extensive awareness campaign by the Ministry of Fisheries.”
  9. Ceylon Fisheries Corporation on a New Path; Steps to Provide Fish at Concessionary Prices for the Year
  10. There is no issue regarding the safety of Sri Lankan multi-day fishing vessels operating in international waters - Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
  11. Special Notice from the Ministry to Fishermen Fishing in International Seas
  12. A large amount of money has been allocated from this year's budget to improve fishery harbour infrastructure; Work with maximum productivity - Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  13. Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekhar meets Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister: Agreement to enhance bilateral cooperation
  14. Launch of ‘One-Day Service’ to Obtain Fishing Licenses Signing of a Crucial Agreement Between the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources and the Department of Registration of Persons
  15. Fisheries Secretary Represents Sri Lanka at UN Conference on Global Fisheries Governance
  16. A Joint Approach to Resolve Fisheries Issues in Trincomalee; Several Ministerial-Level Interventions
  17. New jetty to be built to protect Negombo Lagoon and attract tourists: A huge investment of Rs. 318 million
  18. A group of young scientists join NARA to bring new technology and research to the fisheries industry
  19. Rs. 56 million project to recycle fibreglass waste piled up in fishing harbours begins.
  20. Protect the Traditional Seine Fishing Industry without Harming the Environment through the use of Machinery – Appeal by Director General of Fisheries
  21. Calls for impartial probe into attack on fishermen; Minister Chandrasekhar checks on injured fishermen at hospital
  22. True Freedom Will Be Established Across the Country Under the National People’s Power Government – Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  23. Minister of Fisheries and Secretary join a crucial conference which was held in Indonesia on behalf of the sustainability of tuna stocks in the Indian Ocean
  24. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage intervenes to resolve issues at Patanangala and Amaduwa fishing piers in Yala National Park
  25. Maximum support of the Government to encourage the exports of fishing vessels- Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage.
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