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The current government is fully committed to safeguarding the religious freedom and cultural rights of the Muslim community in Sri Lanka, says Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Ramalingam Chandrasekar.

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“We Are Building a Government That Provides Relief Not Just Through Words, but Through Action, Without Placing Additional Burdens on the People,” Says Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage.

 

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The Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources is actively involved in monitoring and assisting several multi-day fishing vessels that have encountered technical failures and emergencies in deep-sea waters, states Director General Mr.Susantha Kahawatte.

  1. Cey-Nor Foundation Enters the International Arena: Final Stages of Construction on Massive Vessel for Mauritius – Special Inspection by Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  2. A New Program to Boost the Ornamental Fish Industry: Deputy Minister Ratna Gamage Takes Steps to Provide Financial Relief to Onamental Fish Farmers and Remove Import Barriers
  3. Regional countries rally in Negombo to protect marine resources in the Bay of Bengal: The 3rd Regional Project Steering Committee Meeting of BOBLME II Project commences today
  4. Deputy Minister Ratna Gamage distributes life jackets for the professional safety of the Hikkaduwa fishing community
  5. Norway’s Technical Assistance for Modernizing Sri Lanka’s Fisheries Sector: Special Meeting Between Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar and Norwegian Embassy Officials
  6. Revolutionary change in the freshwater shrimp industry: A new technological program begins under a budget allocation of Rs. 25 million
  7. Special Discussions between Omani Industrial Delegation and Ministry of Fisheries A series of field visits to explore new investment opportunities. The Corporation between Sri Lanka and Oman in the fisheries sector
  8. Japan Support for Modernizing Sri Lanka’s Fisheries Sector
  9. Sri Lanka’s shrimp farming industry introduces digital technology and biosecurity: Project concludes successfully with the patronage of Minister,Ramalingum Chandrasekar
  10. Adverse weather conditions in the seas around the island: Coastal fishermen are to exercise caution – Director General of Fisheries
  11. A record fresh water fish harvest of over Rs. 10 million in two days from the Udawalawe Reservoir!
  12. Obstacles to Fish Exports to America Removed: US Government’s NOAA Officially Approves Sri Lankan Sea Crab Exports
  13. The mission of the research vessel ‘Dr. Fridtjof Nansen’ concluded successfully, yielding crucial scientific data expected to play a key role in shaping the future of Sri Lanka’s fisheries industry.
  14. Government takes strong steps to align Sri Lanka’s fisheries industry with international standards: European Commission special audit successfully concludes
  15. Workers’ rights are not merely promised—they are actively being put into practice,Special May Day Message from Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  16. A new house for a Meesalai resident: Another successful step in the President’s housing project
  17. Attack on a Sri Lankan in India is a violation of human rights - Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekhar
  18. A series of successful discussions with several leading Danish institutions for the promotion of Sri Lanka's fisheries and Ocean resources sector
  19. Norwegian Government Extends AIS Satellite Technical Assistance and Specialized Training to Strengthen Fisheries Surveillance in Sri Lanka
  20. Norway’s support to introduce green energy to Sri Lankan fishing vessels and strengthen disaster management system
  21. Special discussion with Cargill, a world-leading fish feed company, to boost aquaculture in Sri Lanka
  22. Strict rules for multi-day fishing vessels passing through Maldivian waters: Violators risk hefty fines
  23. Norway’s Lerøy Seafood Group Explores Strategic Partnership to Modernize Sri Lanka’s Processing Sector
  24. May the proud fishing community and all Sri Lankans who have overcome countless challenges be blessed with a peaceful and joyous New Year.
  25. Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Ramalingam Chandrasekar’s Sinhala and Tamil New Year Greetings

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