Seminar on Research and Extension Related to Palmyrah, Coconut, Kithul, and Minor Plantation Crops
A discussion seminar on research and extension related to Palmyrah, Coconut, Kithul, and Minor Plantation Crops was held today (04.11.2025) at the National Institute of Plantations Management, Colombo. The event was graced by Hon. Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep, and attended by Mr. Prabath Chandrakeerthi, Secretary to the Ministry, and other senior officials of the Ministry. The Chairman of the Palmyrah Development […]
Opening of the New Katpaham Sales Outlet in Boswell Place, Wellawatte – Colombo
Today (04.11.2025), the newly established Katpaham Sales Outlet with a modern dimension was ceremonially opened at the Boswell area, Wellawatte, Colombo, at 12.05 p.m. The opening ceremony was held under the chairmanship of Mr. R. Raveenthiran, Chairman of the Palmyrah Development Board, and was ceremonially declared open by Hon. Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep. Representatives of […]
Presentation on Innovative Palmyrah Fruit-Based Wine and Spirits Production
Mr. Victor, CEO and Founder of TAATAS (PVT) LTD, conducted an insightful presentation on the “Preparation Method of Palmyrah Fruit Flesh-Based Wine and Spirits”, a patented innovation aimed at achieving the world’s lowest-cost spirit and wine production. The event was held today (30.10.2025) at the Palmyrah Research Institute, with the participation of the Chairman Mr. […]
Declaration of “Palmyrah Seed Planting Month of October” at Mamunai North Divisional Secretariat, Batticaloa
At the Mamunai North Divisional Secretariat in the Batticaloa District, the month of October was declared as the “Palmyrah Seed Planting Month.” Through the Palmyrah Development Board’s Palmyrah Seed Planting Project, a total of one million (1,000,000) palmyrah seeds have been planted so far in the coastal area of Paalameenmadu, which falls under the jurisdiction […]
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, […]
