Daily contributions continue to be made to the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund established to provide relief to those affected by Cyclone Ditwah.
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In a significant gesture of solidarity and support, a relief cargo from the United Arab Emirates has been officially received in Sri Lanka.
The Bandaranaike Memorial National Foundation has donated Rs. 250 million to the Government to support the rebuild of the country following the emergency situation caused by the Ditva cyclone.
The Northeast monsoon conditions are gradually establishing over the island.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stressed that the aim of the Government is to ensure a safe life for every citizen and that it is everyone’s responsibility to act with proper supervision during the resettlement of the people.
A humanitarian aid flight from the United States of America arrived at Jaffna International Airport today (8), carrying a significant consignment of relief materials for communities severely impacted by Cyclone Ditwa.
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government stands ready to support the University of Peradeniya in rebuilding stronger, safer, and more resilient than before. She made these remarks while visiting the University of Peradeniya yesterday (07), where she met with student representatives and Heads of Departments affected by the sudden floods that swept through the campus on 27 November.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake called on the Atamasthanadhipathi, Chief Sanghanayake of Nuwara Kalaviya, Most Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Nayake Thero, this morning (07) for a brief discussion.
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The United States has extended significant humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka to support nationwide relief efforts in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, which caused severe damage across multiple regions of Sri Lanka.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that accurate data is crucial when making economic decisions and therefore, it is the responsibility of officials to always present accurate data.
India has delivered 110-ft-long, customisable, modular Bailey Bridge units to Sri Lanka along with engineering expertise to support reconstruction efforts following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah.
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In particular, today we have presented to Parliament subjects concerning the Ministry of Finance, the supplementary estimate and the regulations introduced for the imposition of a State of Public Emergency under the Public Security Ordinance.
A special briefing for the diplomatic community in Sri Lanka was held on 4 December at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, chaired by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya together with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Mr. Vijitha Herath. Senior government officials, including representatives of the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) and the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), also participated.
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