Conduct scientific research & provide service for the development & sustainable utilization of living & non living aquatic resources
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.
Our Key Research Areas
Study of sustainable utilization of marine living resources
Conservation and management of aquatic environment
Reduction of post harvest losses and value addition
Promotion of Sustainable Aquaculture and Inland fisheries
Production
Oceanography, hydrography, marine geology, disaster management
and early response
Assessment of the socio-economic condition of the fishing
community
HYDROGRAPHIC CONSULTANTS
Surveying and Mapping specialist in the field of Hydrography