Declaration of “Palmyrah Seed Planting Month” at Karaveddy Divisional Secretariat, Jaffna

The month of October has been declared as the “Palmyrah Seed Planting Month” at the Karaveddy Divisional Secretariat in the Jaffna District. Through funds allocated from the Palmyrah Development Board’s capital fund, 8,000 palmyrah seeds will be planted within the Karaveddy Divisional Secretariat area. As the first phase, a program to plant 4,000 palmyrah seeds […]

Vaani Vizha Celebration at Palmyrah Development Board Head Office

In commemoration of Saraswathi Pooja and Ayudha Pooja, the Vaani Vizha celebration was held on 01st October 2025 at the Head Office of the Palmyrah Development Board in Kaithady. The event was chaired by Mr. R. Raveenthiran, Chairman of the Palmyrah Development Board, with the participation of senior officials, staff, and employees from the Jaffna […]

Launch Event of the “Olirum Sooriyan” Magazine

The launch event of a new magazine, “Olirum Sooriyan,” held at Palmyrah Development Board, Kaithady on September 24, 2025. The event was chaired by Mr. R. Raveenthiran, Chairman of the Palmyrah Development Board. Writer and scholar N. Ravindran attended as the chief guest, while Dr. Mezhikkumaran (writer), Mr. N. Kamalaharan (Board Director), Mrs. Rani Seetharan […]

Awarding Ceremony & Handicraft Exhibition Held in Jaffna

The Palmyrah Development Board (PDB) successfully organized an Awarding Ceremony and Handicraft Exhibition on 23rd August 2025 at Saraswathy Hall, Jaffna. The event was conducted under the theme of empowering women through skill improvement in palmyrah leaf handicraft making, and developing sustainable livelihoods through continuous production and marketing. The program commenced with guest registration, oil […]

Deputy Minister Visits Palmyrah Fruit based Production Centre and Engages with Production staffs

On 22.09.2025, Following the event, the Deputy Minister visited the Palmyrah Fruit based Production Centre, where he interacted with Production Instructors and Production staffs in a constructive discussion. Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep, the Deputy Minister’s Coordinating Secretary Mr. Vasanthamurthy, Palmyrah Development Board Senior officials, board staff, Food Production instructors, and Staffs were among those present […]

Deputy Minister Visits Palmyrah Leaf Handicraft Production Centre and Engages with Artisans

On 22.09.2025, a special event organized by the Palmyrah Development Board took place. Following the event, the Deputy Minister visited the Palmyrah Leaf Handicraft Production Centre, where he interacted with staff and artisans in a constructive discussion. Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep, the Deputy Minister’s Coordinating Secretary Mr. Vasanthamurthy, Palmyrah Development Board Senior officials, board staffs, […]

Palmyrah Seed Planting Program Extended with Equipment Support for Beneficiaries

As part of the Palmyrah seed planting program carried out through the Palmyrah Development Board under the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure Facilities, equipment was distributed to beneficiaries to further strengthen and promote the palmyrah-based cottage industry. The event was attended by Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep, Jaffna District Member of Parliament Dr.S.Bhavanandarajah, Palmyrah Development […]

Palmyrah Research Institution Visit and Student Engagement Discussion held

Today (22.09.2025), following a discussion event organized by the Palmyrah Development Board, a visit to the Palmyrah Research Center was conducted. During the visit, a discussion took place with resource persons regarding the students involved in the ongoing research projects. The event was attended by Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep, Coordination Secretary of the Deputy Ministry […]

Discussion on Palmyrah Products, Exports, and Development process Held at Head Office in Jaffna

A discussion on palmyrah-based products, exports, and their ongoing development process was held today (22.09.2025) at the Palmyrah Development Board premises in Kaithady, Jaffna. The event was attended by Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep, Jaffna District Member of Parliament Dr. Bhavanandarajah, Palmyrah Development Board Chairman R. Raveenthiran, President of the Jaffna District Exporters’ Association Mr.Sukandan, along […]