AKD chairs special discussion on restoring lives under ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ program

A special discussion was held on Saturday under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to review district-level plans aimed at restoring the lives of citizens under the 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' program and to examine challenges that have emerged during implementation.

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The meeting included Secretaries of Ministries responsible for defence, agriculture, irrigation, water supply, fisheries, transport, housing and construction, heads of relevant line institutions, and all District Secretaries.

The President issued instructions to ensure that the Rs. 25,000 Government grant for house cleaning and the Rs. 50,000 allowance for purchasing household equipment are provided to beneficiaries before 31 December.

Detailed progress was also reviewed regarding district-level activities to compensate for housing and crop losses, operate safe centres across the country, resettle affected citizens, restore livelihoods, and develop infrastructure.

Special attention was given to challenges arising in the implementation of compensation payments, emphasising the necessity to carry out these activities efficiently and ensure that all eligible beneficiaries receive their entitlements without exclusion.