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Govt. to launch program to resettle 1,000 persons affected by Cyclone ...
A coordination meeting on the construction of interim shelters for communities affected by the Cyclone ‘Ditwah’ was held at the Army Headquarters under the patronage of the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd). The discussion focused on reviewing progress and expediting the implementation of interim shelter projects in the worst affected districts of Kegalle, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Badulla, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement. The primary objective of the program is to temporarily resettle approximately 1,000 displaced persons in safe and habitable shelters. Construction is scheduled to commence in the first week of May and to be completed within a short timeframe, utilizing the engineering expertise and manpower of the Sri Lanka Army (SLA). The Deputy Minister emphasized that the initiative is being implemented under the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ program and instructed the Army to submit a detailed implementation plan with a clear time schedule to ensure timely completion. It was also noted that the process of identifying suitable lands for construction is currently underway with the assistance of the respective District Secretaries and the National Building Research Institute (NBRI), ensuring compliance with safety standards. The Deputy Minister further stressed the importance of maintaining transparency, accountability and quality assurance, while enhancing coordination among all stakeholders to avoid delays. The meeting was attended by the Commander of the Army, senior Ministry officials and representatives from the Disaster Management Division, National Housing Development Authority (NHDA), National Building Research Institute (NBRI) and other relevant institutions, the Ministry added.
AMW Extends Relief Assistance to 1,000 Families Affected by Ditwah Cyclone
Associated Motorways (Private) Limited (AMW) extended timely humanitarian assistance to communities affected by the recent Ditwah Cyclone by handing over a consignment of essential relief packs to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC), supporting ongoing national disaster response efforts.The initiative is expected to benefit 1,000 affected families, with each family receiving a relief pack comprising essential food items, basic medication, and other daily necessities to address immediate needs during the recovery period.The handover took place in the presence of Major General Sampath Kotuwegoda (Retd.), ndc, IG, Director General of the Disaster Management Centre, who acknowledged AMW’s prompt intervention and the role of private sector collaboration in strengthening disaster relief operations.Representing AMW at the event were Mr. Prasanna De Silva, Director – Sales; Mr. Sahan Jayawardena, General Manager – Planning & Product; and Mr. Udara Gunasinghe, Head of Marketing.AMW representatives reiterated that the company’s commitment to social responsibility is rooted in supporting communities during times of hardship. The organisation continues to work closely with relevant authorities to ensure its CSR initiatives deliver practical, on-the-ground impact where it is most needed.AMW remains committed to contributing positively to national recovery efforts and building long-term community resilience in the face of natural disasters.ENDPhoto caption:Standing left to rightMr. Sahan Jayawardena – General Manager – Planning & Product – AMW; Mr. Prasanna De Silva Director – Sales – AMW; Major General Sampath Kotuwegoda (Retd.), ndc, IG, Director General Disaster Management Centre, Mr. Udara Gunasinghe, Head of Marketing – AMW . Mr HDG Priyantha Deputy Director (District) – Disaster Management CentreSharing
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. A coordination meeting on the project was held yesterday (April 26) at the Army Headquarters under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Defence Major General (Retd) Aruna Jayasekara.
People's Bank donates Rs. 300 million to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka ...
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