The “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Presidential Task Force convened yesterday (13) at the Presidential Secretariat under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, focusing on delays in contracted infrastructure projects following the Ditwah disaster, obstacles to achieving 2026 project targets, and the overall progress of the programme.
During the meeting, it was revealed that Rs. 13,505 million has already been allocated for 50,554 partially damaged houses, while Rs. 11,510 million has been provided for 4,918 fully damaged houses.
Extensive discussions were held on the restoration of highways, railways, bridges, and other damaged infrastructure, as well as measures required to accelerate housing construction, resettlement, and support for families still residing in relief camps.
Prime Minister Amarasuriya instructed officials to visit affected areas to assess current conditions, stressing the importance of restoring daily life for communities swiftly. She emphasized the need for close coordination with line ministry officials to ensure effective implementation.
The Prime Minister also directed Task Force members to hold urgent discussions with Governors, District Coordinating Chairmen, District Secretaries, Provincial Chief Secretaries, and line institution officials to expedite ongoing rebuilding projects. (Newswire)