Government Accelerates Ditwa Storm Relief Efforts, Compensation Distributed in Affected Areas

The Sri Lankan government is intensifying its efforts to provide relief to those affected by the recent Ditwa storm. Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has directed authorities to accelerate compensation and reconstruction efforts at the district level, emphasizing provincial monitoring of progress. As part of these initiatives, 781 homeowners in the Kolonnawa electoral division received compensation on April 10, with Deputy Minister Eranga Gunasekara overseeing the distribution of LKR 500,000 for partially damaged houses, disbursed in two stages. Separately, on April 12, financial assistance was provided to residents in the Poojapitiya Divisional Secretariat area to rebuild their homes and businesses, led by Deputy Minister Dr. Prasanna Gunasekara. These programs underscore the government's commitment to minimizing the impact of the natural disaster and restoring normalcy for affected communities.