PoliticsGeneralHOTTuesday, May 12, 2026

President Reviews Cyclone Ditwah Resettlement and Compensation Progress Across Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Badulla, and Ampara Districts

TLDR

President Dissanayake pushes Cyclone Ditwah recovery across 4 districts.
5,500+ families displaced; rental aid extended, temp housing ordered.
Badulla: 3,434 families need homes; LKR 500bn budget for recovery.
Recovery by year-end; land protection committee formed in East.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to expedite the resettlement of families in the Kandy District who were displaced by Cyclone Ditwah. During a Kandy District Special Coordinating Committee meeting, the President reviewed the progress of land release for resettlement and stressed the importance of resolving outstanding issues promptly. It was revealed that over 5,500 families remain displaced six months after the cyclone. In response, the government has decided to extend the monthly rental allowance of Rs. 25,000 for these families by three months.

7 Updates

Update #8\u00b7 May 23 · 11:31 AM

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake chaired a Special District Coordination Committee meeting in Ampara District on May 22nd to review progress on development projects and relief measures for Cyclone Ditwah victims, alongside infrastructure development. During the meeting, the President announced the establishment of a Special Committee, headed by a DIG, to protect lands in the Eastern Province amidst concerns over land grabs.

Update #7\u00b7 May 15 · 3:47 AM

During a meeting in the Badulla District, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake directed officials to complete work on twenty damaged roads this year as part of the disaster recovery efforts.

Update #6\u00b7 May 14 · 10:54 AM

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, during a meeting of the Badulla District Special Coordination Committee, directed officials to complete disaster recovery efforts this year and commence development activities in Badulla next year. He reiterated the importance of not letting financial constraints hinder the restoration of normalcy for cyclone victims. Furthermore, the President set a deadline of June 15th for individuals uncertain about relocating to alternative lands to make their decisions. He also emphasized the need to ensure the fulfillment of home ownership aspirations for those who lost their homes, going beyond documentation and plans.

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