December 08, Colombo (LNW): The Ministry of Housing, Construction and Water Supply has confirmed that a comprehensive survey of homes damaged in the recent disaster will commence today.
The task will be overseen by a committee appointed by the Presidential Secretariat, with officials expected to visit affected communities over the coming days.
According to the ministry, households whose properties were inundated or structurally damaged will be offered a cleaning allowance of Rs. 25,000 to help them make their homes habitable again.
In addition, every affected family will receive a one-off payment of Rs. 50,000 to assist with resettlement needs and the replacement of essential items, regardless of whether they own or rent their home.
For those who have lost both their residence and means of income, further financial support will be available for up to three months. Smaller families of two members or fewer are to be provided Rs. 25,000 per month, while larger households will receive Rs. 50,000.
The ministry also announced that families unable to return to a permanent home will be eligible for a rental allowance of Rs. 25,000 per month, payable for a maximum of six months. Officials say the assistance package is designed to ease immediate hardship while longer-term rebuilding plans are put in motion.
