Sri Lanka’s Cyclone Ditwah Recovery: The President Stressed the Importance of Stable Housing Plans
Cyclone Ditwah has left Sri Lanka grappling with one of its most severe natural disasters in recent history. With many people lost their lives, missing, and over 1.5 million affected, the scale of devastation has triggered a nationwide response involving government agencies, private sector partners, and international donors. This article outlines the key recovery efforts, […]
Aswesuma Welfare: Why Sri Lanka Must Rethink Its Welfare Culture?
Aswesuma Welfare | According to data from the Department of Census and Statistics in 2024, Sri Lanka has approximately 5.2 million families. Yet, an astonishing 4.3 million have applied for Aswesuma welfare benefits, a figure that suggests more than mere economic hardship. As analyst Upali Pannala observed, the problem lies not only in poverty but […]