President Chairs Discussion on Water Management Amidst El Niño Concerns and Yala Season

A discussion on water management, chaired by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, was held at the President's Office on the afternoon of April 2, 2026. The talks focused on managing water resources given current climatic changes, the anticipated El Niño conditions, and the commencement of the Yala paddy cultivation season. The discussion was based on statistical data concerning projected rainfall for the current year and existing water levels in reservoirs. Key areas addressed included ensuring continuous hydroelectric power generation, meeting drinking water requirements, and facilitating water release for Yala season crops.