Colombo (LNW): During a recent event, Irrigation Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi emphasised the crucial role of officials in preventing environmental and wildlife damage.
She highlighted the threat of floods in Galle, Matara, and Ratnapura, adversely affecting the lives of residents during the rainy season.
To address the flood issue in Galle and Matara, Wanniarachchi recommended a focused approach to the Ging-Nilwala flood control project.
Instructing officials to prioritise these projects, she emphasised their swift implementation in 2024.
Additionally, the Minister directed officials to concentrate on the Kitulwela Irrigation Project for resolving water issues in Batticaloa and the Kumbukkan Oya Reservoir Project for addressing water concerns in Moneragala in the coming year.
With an allocated budget of Rs.30 billion to the Irrigation Department, she urged officials to promptly prepare plans, identifying project priorities for implementation in the upcoming year.
