Adverse weather: President directs MPs to lead relief efforts

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today instructed public representatives in affected districts to intervene swiftly to prevent loss of life and to provide relief to those impacted by the prevalent inclement weather conditions. The President gave these instructions, taking into account the heavy rainfall expected to intensify over the next two days, creating severe weather risks in Sri Lanka. The directive was issued during a special discussion held this morning (27) at the Parliament premises to review the emergency disaster situation and relief services arising from the adverse weather conditions across the country. He directed Members of Parliament to visit their…

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