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President Dissanayake Sets New Directives for Colombo Urban Development and Flood Mitigation.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed the Urban Development Authority to prioritize Kelani River flood control, Beira Lake restoration, and social housing projects, emphasizing the need for strict financial discipline and efficient project execution.
Sri Lanka Irrigation Department Opens Sluice Gates Across Major Reservoirs Following Torrential Downpours.
The Irrigation Department has opened spill gates at 16 major and 10 medium-scale reservoirs across Sri Lanka due to heavy rainfall. Residents in downstream areas are advised to exercise extreme caution as discharge rates may fluctuate.
Sri Lanka’s Growing Water Crisis: Urgent Call for National Resilience and Climate Adaptation.
As Colombo faces rolling water cuts due to a prolonged dry spell, experts warn that Sri Lanka must urgently prioritize climate change mitigation, invest in rainwater harvesting, and restore natural ecosystems to avoid a long-term water crisis.
Irrigation Department Confirms Sufficient Water Stocks for Yala Cultivation Cycle.
The Department of Irrigation has assured farmers that water supplies are secure for the upcoming Yala season, with main reservoirs currently holding 76% of their total capacity.
