In line with the directive issued by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his capacity as Minister of Finance, the Ministry of Finance has approved an increase in the assistance granted for cleaning flood-affected houses and property. Accordingly, the support amount has been raised from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 25,000. This decision is intended to accelerate the restoration of normal living conditions for communities impacted by the Ditwah cyclone.
A humanitarian relief shipment from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) arrived in Sri Lanka this afternoon (02) to support communities severely affected by the recent disaster.
In line with the Government’s programme to provide relief to those affected by the adverse weather conditions, the Sri Lanka Dawoodi Bohra community has donated Rs. 10 million to support relief efforts.
Sri Lanka continues to receive significant international support following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, which has resulted in hundreds of deaths and left hundreds of thousands displaced across the country.
Customs Director General Seevali Arukgoda announced that all humanitarian aid sent from abroad for disaster-affected people in Sri Lanka can now be cleared without any customs duties.
The Commissioner-General of Essential Services, B.K. Prabath Chandrakeerthi, has warned traders not to take advantage of the disaster situation by increasing prices or hiding goods.
Aligning with the Government’s relief programme for those affected by adverse weather conditions, LB Finance PLC has donated Rs. 5 million to support ongoing humanitarian assistance efforts.
Due to the current disaster situation in the country, various inquiries have been made by foreign countries, organizations, individuals, as well as Sri Lankans living abroad, regarding donating essential goods to the people affected.
According to the status report issued by the Disaster Management Center today (02) at 6:00 Am, 1,373,899 people from 382,651 families have been affected by Cyclone Ditva.
According to the latest Situation report issued by the Disaster Management Center at 6:00 PM today, 1,151,776 people from 316,366 families have been affected by the ongoing disaster.
Let us strive to work effectively for the nation without being restricted by routine circulars and daily administrative processes.An invitation from President to all Public Officers
Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler
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