Inspection of Production Activities at the TharavanKoddai Palmyrah Product Manufacturing Unit under the Mannar District Palmyrah Development Board
The event was attended by Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep, Deputy Minister of Industry Mahinda Jayasinghe, Coordination Secretary of the Deputy Ministry Vasanthamurthi, Palmyrah Development Board Chairman Mr. Ravindran along with senior officials, officials from the Mannar District Office, the Chairman of Mannar Urban Council and Nanattan Pradeshiya Sabha, among others.
Palmyrah Seed Planting Inaugural Ceremony in Ezhuthoor, Mannar District
The inaugural ceremony for planting palmyrah seeds was held today (21.09.2025) in the Ezhuthoor area of the Mannar District. The event was graced by Deputy Minister Mr. Sundaralingam Pradeep, Deputy Minister of Industries Mr. Mahinda Jayasinghe, the Coordinating Secretary to the Deputy Minister Mr. Vasanthamurthy, the Chairman and senior officials of the Palmyrah Development Board, […]
Certificate Awarding and Equipment Distribution Ceremony for Palmyrah Producers at District Secretariat in Mannar
A certificate awarding ceremony for those who successfully completed the Palmyrah-based handicraft training program, together with a ceremony to distribute equipment to selected Palmyrah producers, was held today (21.09.2025) at the Mannar District Secretariat under the auspices of the Palmyrah Development Board. The event was graced by Deputy Minister Mr. Sundaralingam Pradeep as the Chief […]
Opening of “Katpaham” Sales Center for Palmyrah Products in Mannar Town
The “Katpaham” Sales Center for Palmyrah-based products in the Mannar District was declared open today (21.09.2025) on Mannar Main Street. The event was graced by the Deputy Minister, Mr. Sundaralingam Pradeep, as the Chief Guest. He was joined by the Deputy Minister of Industries, Mr. Mahinda Jayasinghe, the Coordinating Secretary to the Deputy Minister, Mr. […]
Training Program on Palmyrah Leaf Handicrafts at Ella Cultural Center
A training program on palmyrah leaf handicrafts for low-income families in the Ella Divisional Secretariat Division was conducted on 16th September 2025 at 10.00 a.m. at the Ella Cultural Center. The program was jointly organized by the Palmyrah Development Board and the Ella Divisional Secretariat, under the guidance of the Hon. K.V. Samantha Vidyaratne, Minister […]
Palmyrah Products at Food Fiesta 2025 – Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
The Palmyrah participated in Food Fiesta 2025 at Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. The Board’s research staff actively took part in the event, presenting a wide range of palmyrah-based products and innovations. Their contribution highlighted the nutritional value, traditional heritage, and future potential of palmyrah in food development.
World Entrepreneurs’ Day and Trade Exhibition – 2025
The grand World Entrepreneurs’ Day and Trade Exhibition was held on the 25th and 26th of August 2025 (Monday and Tuesday) at the main campus of the University of Vavuniya (Pambaimadu), from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. on both days. This event served as an excellent platform for existing entrepreneurs, aspiring business starters, school students, […]
New Chairman Assumes Office at the Palmyrah Development Board
On 13th August 2025, Mr. Raasa Ravindran assumed office as the new Chairman of the Palmyrah Development Board. The Board extends its heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for his leadership. On behalf of the Palmyrah Development Board, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to him. On this occasion, the senior management and staff […]
Happy 47th Anniversary to the Palmyrah Development Board!
We extend our warmest wishes to the Palmyrah Development Board, which has nurtured us like a mother for 47 years. We also fondly remember and celebrate the birthday of its founder, the late K.C. Nithiyananda, our revered father figure. On this special day, all the employees of the Board join in prayer for the continued […]
Palmyrah Industry Receives Major Boost: New Crop Program Promises Growth
A transformative crop development program strengthens Palmyrah farming
