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Compensation Tiers for Cyclone Victims
Government approved compensation amounts based on damage category in LKR.
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Cyclone Ditwah : Govt begins initial phase of housing assistance for ...
April 27, 2026 at 3:54 PM The first stage of cheque distribution under the government’s relief programme for families affected by Cyclone Ditwah was carried out today in the Badulla Divisional Secretariat Division. A total of 23 families received housing assistance cheques during a ceremony held at the Uva Provincial Council. The initiative marks the beginning of financial support aimed at helping affected households rebuild homes damaged or destroyed by the cyclone. According to officials, families whose houses were completely destroyed will receive Rs. 500,000 each, while those whose homes were partially damaged will be granted Rs. 50,000, the minimum compensation amount provided without formal estimation. Today’s distribution represents the initial phase of the relief programme, with further support expected as reconstruction efforts continue. (Newswire) 2026-04-27
Compensation for homes damaged by cyclone Ditwah to be finalised by May ...
Government-approved compensation of Rs. 500,000 for houses partially damaged by Cyclone Ditwah must be paid to beneficiaries before the end of May, except in cases involving exceptional issues.President Anura Kumara Dissanayake gave these instructions to officials during a progress review meeting held today (22) at the Presidential Secretariat regarding the compensation and rehousing of residents affected by the cyclone. The meeting focused on the progress of providing new houses or a Rs. 5 million compensation package for those whose homes were completely destroyed. The President directed officials to expedite these payments.Discussions also covered the temporary relocation of individuals still living in camps until they receive permanent housing. Additionally, the meeting addressed the relocation of residents in high-risk zones and plans to construct housing complexes for those who did not receive compensation to build or buy their own homes.
Sri Lanka to build shelters for Cyclone Ditwah victims
Sri Lanka will build interim shelters for about 1,000 people displaced by Cyclone Ditwah in the worst affected districts.
President Directs Faster Compensation Payments for Cyclone ... - Newsfirst
COLOMBO (News 1st); President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended a progress review meeting this morning (22) at the Presidential Secretariat to assess - Get the latest breaking news and top stories ...
