Sajith donates hospital equipment in Gampola, says govt yet to issue disaster relief circulars

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa on Sunday criticised the government’s disaster management response, alleging that while relief operations are being showcased through media displays, the necessary circulars and structured mechanisms to provide financial assistance to affected communities have still not been issued. He said serious shortcomings were evident in the disaster management system before, during and after the disaster, noting that even government officials working in the sector have acknowledged the absence of a clear plan of action. Premadasa said although promises have been made to provide financial assistance based on various eligibility criteria, disaster relief officers themselves have confirmed that…

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