A mobile service programme to address land related issues in the Hambantota District was recently held at the Hambantota District Secretariat under the patronage of the Hon. Deputy Minister of Lands and Irrigation, Mr. Aravinda Senarath Vitharana, with the participation of the Land Commissioner General.

The programme brought together officials from the Land Commissioner General's Department, the Provincial Land Commissioner's Office, the Inter-Provincial Land Commissioner's Office, and representatives from all Divisional Secretariats in the Hambantota District to facilitate the resolution of land related matters and provide services to the public.

In line with Dengue Prevention Week, a special cleaning and inspection programme was recently conducted at the Mihikatha Medura premises with the participation of staff officers, subject officers, and cleaning personnel representing the three institutions operating within the premises: the Land Commissioner General's Department, the Land Title Settlement Department, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation (Lands Section).

The programme focused on monitoring and improving the cleanliness of the office premises and surrounding areas to support dengue prevention efforts and to raise awareness among officials on identifying and eliminating potential mosquito breeding sites, thereby promoting a clean, safe, and healthy working environment.

A three-day mobile service was conducted on June 17, 18, and 19 under the coordination of the Polonnaruwa District Secretariat and the guidance of the Land Commissioner General’s Department. The program was organized to address long-standing land lease issues, discuss outstanding lease payment arrears with lessees, and resolve various land-related matters in collaboration with all Divisional Secretaries and relevant political authorities in the Polonnaruwa District. The initiative provided an opportunity to settle many longstanding land lease concerns and raise awareness among lessees with outstanding arrears through direct discussions and guidance.

Mobile Service Program to Expedite Tsunami Grant Preparation in Northern Province

Under the guidance of the Land Commissioner General, the Research and Development Division of the Department successfully carried out a three-day mobile service program on May 19, 20 and 21, 2026, aimed at accelerating the preparation of Tsunami grants in the Northern Province.

The initiative was centered in the Maritimepattu and Vadamarachchi East Divisional Secretariat divisions, covering the Mullaitivu and Jaffna districts. The program was launched to streamline the grant preparation process and assist long-pending beneficiaries.

The successful implementation of the program was made possible through the active support and collaboration of the Land Commissioner-Northern Province and his staff, together with the Divisional Secretaries and officers attached to the Maritimepattu and Vadamarachchi East Divisional Secretariats.

During the program, the Department successfully collected nearly 700 eligible applications for the preparation of Tsunami grants. This initiative marks a significant step toward facilitating the issuance of deeds to beneficiaries who, due to various circumstances, have remained without formal ownership documents for more than two decades after the devastating tsunami.

The Sinhala and Hindu New Year celebration organized by the Welfare Society of the Land Commissioner General’s Department was recently held in a grand and festive manner at the Department premises, with the participation of officers and staff.

The event aimed to promote unity, cooperation, and Sri Lankan cultural values among employees. It featured traditional New Year games, cultural performances, and entertainment activities, creating a joyful atmosphere for all participants while strengthening friendship among staff.

Training Program on Long-Term Lease Calculation

A training program on long-term lease calculation was successfully held on April 30, 2026, for Divisional Secretaries, Assistant Divisional Secretaries, Land Officers, Colonization Officers, and Subject Officers of the North Central Province.The program was conducted by the North Central Provincial Land Commissioner's Department, with the professional resource contribution of the Land Commissioner General's Department, and with the objective of introducing a standardized and uniform methodology for calculating complex lease payments, ensuring consistency across the administrative framework.

Land Commissioner General’s Department Conducts New Year Donation Program

The Land Commissioner General’s Department successfully conducted a special donation program on April 10, 2026, in line with the Sinhala and Hindu New Year celebrations.

Under this initiative, 23 packs containing dry rations and other essential items were distributed among the staff engaged in cleaning services within the department. The program was made possible through voluntary financial contributions from the department’s officers, reflecting a strong sense of unity and social responsibility.

The event was held under the patronage of the Land Commissioner General and aimed at fostering stronger social bonds among all members of the institution while also expressing appreciation and gratitude towards the support staff for their dedicated service

A special three-day mobile service, jointly organized by the Land Commissioner General's Department, the Provincial Land Commissioner's Department, and Divisional Secretariats, was successfully held on April 6, 7, and 8 at the respective District Secretariat premises in Galle, Matara, and Hambantota. This initiative focused on resolving issues related to state land lease files, completing documentation requirements, and raising awareness among field officers. By directly engaging Colonization Officers and Land Officers, steps were taken to provide solutions for numerous long-standing land issues affecting the public, with the primary objective of ensuring a more systematic and efficient land administration service.

The inaugural ceremony for the presentation of “Himikama” freehold grants was successfully held on 27 February 2026 at the Korakahawewa North Central Provincial Council Auditorium in Anuradhapura, under the patronage of H.E. the President.

The “Himikama” program affirms the right of citizens to reside on their own land by granting absolute ownership to eligible beneficiaries. The event was organized and coordinated by the Land Commissioner General's Department, and marked a significant milestone in strengthening land rights for the public.

During the ceremony, 500 freehold land grants were officially distributed to individuals currently residing on state lands under grant schemes. The occasion was attended by a large gathering of distinguished guests, including public representatives, government officials, and beneficiaries.

A special discussion reviewing the progress of the Land Commissioner General's Department for the year 2025, as well as outlining the goals for 2026, was held under the patronage of Minister K.D. Lalkantha at the Department Auditorium on 19 February 2025. The session focused on the objectives the Department aims to achieve this year, with particular emphasis on initiatives such as the digitization of land records and other key priorities