The United Nations and humanitarian agencies warn that food security in Sri Lanka is deteriorating sharply following Cyclone Ditwah, with more than 1.5 million people now living in districts classified as moderate to high food-insecurity risk. According to the UN-supported Joint Rapid Needs Assessment released on Tuesday, the cyclone has destroyed crops, flooded farmland, damaged fishing and livestock sectors, and severely disrupted market access, raising concerns about worsening shortages and rising prices across the island. The report says major food supply chains have been hit hard, with around 200 roads and 10 bridges damaged, reducing the flow of vegetables, grains…
UN warns of rising food security risks in Sri Lanka after cyclone
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