President announces progress in land rights programme for plantation communities

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April 22, Colombo (LNW): President Ranil Wickremesinghe has provided an update on the ongoing initiative to grant free land rights to 2 million individuals, alongside efforts to allocate ownership of 50,000 flats in Colombo to plantation communities.

Emphasising the government’s commitment to improving the living conditions of plantation residents, the Sri Lankan President highlighted the significance of providing land rights to these communities.

He underscored the need for unity across political lines to ensure the success of such endeavours, thereby suggesting that political divisions could impede national progress.

In his address, Wickremesinghe urged stakeholders to set aside partisan interests and collaborate towards shared goals.

Additionally, the President expressed plans to introduce comprehensive development programs for the Uva region, further reassuring the government’s commitment to regional growth and prosperity.

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