Colombo (LNW): President’s Senior Advisor on National Security and Chief of President’s Staff Sagala Ratnayake has underscored the importance of prompt policy decisions regarding the transfer of home ownership in government apartment complexes to citizens through freehold deeds.
He revealed plans for an upcoming discussion chaired by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, involving relevant officials from line institutions, to address current challenges and establish a clear agreement.
This disclosure took place during a morning discussion at the Presidential Secretariat yesterday (22), focusing on issues related to the transfer of ownership.
In line with President Wickremesinghe’s directive, the objective is to grant freehold deeds to 8,351 houses in 2024. Discussions during the meeting delved into concerns about land ownership, clearances, certificates, guarantees, and recommendations.
The participants in the meeting included Director General Shirantha Herath of the Chief of Staff Office, Urban Development Authority Director General N. P. K Ranaweera, Municipal Commissioner of the Colombo Municipal Council Ms J. M. Badrani Jayawardena, Chairman of the Condominium Management Authority Sarana Karunaratne, Commissioner General of the Land Commissioner General Department Bandhula Jayasinghe, Thimbirigasaya Divisional Secretary Ms Priyantha Dissanayake, and other officials from line agencies.
