The National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA) is the apex national institute vested with the responsibility of carrying out and coordinating research, development and management activities on the subject of aquatic resources in Sri Lanka. The NARA is a statutory body duly established by NARA Act of No. 54 of 1981, during the past 38 years NARA conducted numerous scientific studies in the field of fisheries and aquatic resources. NARA also provides services for development and sustainable utilization of living and non-living aquatic resources.

Conduct scientific research & provide service for the development and sustainable utilization of living & non living aquatic resources.

Welcome of newly recruited scientists

Hon. Kanchana Wijesekara visited NARA

Training workshop on Artemia Cysts Production

Training workshop to identify endangered mangrove species