(-Colombo, October 16, 2024-) “The Primary Objective of Rural Development Projects Must Be to Eradicate Rural Poverty” – President at the Progress Review meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized the need for a long-term, unified national plan to organize Sri Lanka’s currently disordered agriculture sector. He made this statement during […]
(-Colombo, October 16, 2024-)
“The Primary Objective of Rural Development Projects Must Be to Eradicate Rural Poverty”
– President at the Progress Review meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized the need for a long-term, unified national plan to organize Sri Lanka’s currently disordered agriculture sector.
He made this statement during a progress review meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Livestock, Irrigation, Fisheries and Aquatic Resources held today (16) at the Presidential Secretariat.
The meeting included extensive discussions on the ongoing projects under the Ministry.
The President reviewed the rural development initiatives completed so far and noted that, despite their success, questions remain about the extent to which these projects have reduced rural poverty.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that the primary objective of rural development projects should be to eradicate rural poverty.
He further pointed out the need for a comprehensive new plan to eliminate poverty nationwide.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake also highlighted that poverty extends beyond mere financial hardship; it also involves the marginalization of certain groups within society, constituting a serious social crisis. He underscored the necessity for a targeted program to effectively eradicate rural poverty.
Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, and Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Livestock, Irrigation, Fisheries and Aquatic Resources M. P. N. M. Wickramasinghe, along with Senior Officials of the Ministry, Project Directors and other Officials of the Ministry participated in this discussion.
(-Colombo, October 16, 2024-) Railway improvement projects should accelerate prioritizing Worker and Public Safety President says at the progress review meeting of the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that enhancing the efficiency of road development projects is crucial for achieving rural economic development goals. He highlighted the […]
(-Colombo, October 16, 2024-)
Railway improvement projects should accelerate prioritizing Worker and Public Safety
President says at the progress review meeting of the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that enhancing the efficiency of road development projects is crucial for achieving rural economic development goals.
He highlighted the need to streamline the procurement process for these projects, ensuring that local communities benefit rather than allowing contracts to concentrate in the hands of a few.
The President made these remarks during a progress review meeting for the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation held today (16) at the Presidential Secretariat. The meeting extensively covered various projects under the ministry, with a particular focus on the construction of the Kadawata-Mirigama section of the Central Expressway.
He underscored the importance of developing ports, airports, and highways for the economic growth of the country, asserting that careful planning of these projects could significantly uplift the national economy.
In executing ongoing road development projects, he called for attention to environmental, financial, and community impacts, urging measures to minimize adverse effects and ensure timely implementation.
Additionally, President Dissanayake instructed officials to prioritize the safety of railway employees and the public in the execution of railway line projects.
Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, Secretary to the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation K.D.S. Ruwanchandra, along with various officials from affiliated institutions of the ministry, were also present at the meeting.
(-Colombo, October 16, 2024-) • Focus on Reorganizing Schools to Make Educational Reforms Accessible and Effective for Every Child President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized the need to rebuild Sri Lanka’s education system in alignment with global demands to achieve the country’s educational goals. He pointed out that children must be equipped with knowledge to improve […]
(-Colombo, October 16, 2024-)
• Focus on Reorganizing Schools to Make Educational Reforms Accessible and Effective for Every Child
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized the need to rebuild Sri Lanka’s education system in alignment with global demands to achieve the country’s educational goals.
He pointed out that children must be equipped with knowledge to improve the nation’s human capital for Sri Lanka’s future progress. The President further highlighted that the responsibility of creating the workforce needed by the world over the next decade falls on education officials, stressing the importance of aligning educational projects with this vision.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake made these remarks today (16) during a progress review meeting of the Ministries of Education, Science, and Technology at the Presidential Secretariat.
During the review, chaired by President Dissanayake and Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, there was an extensive discussion on five key projects implemented by the Ministries of Education, Science, and Technology.
The meeting focused on areas such as modernizing school education, improving teacher training, advancing secondary education, enhancing technical education, and developing information technology education.
Both the President and Prime Minister instructed officials to expedite the implementation of these projects. Attention was also drawn to reorganizing the current school system to ensure that educational reforms are more accessible and effective for all children.
Further discussions were held on expanding the number of schools offering science, mathematics, and technology curriculums for Advanced Level students.
The meeting was attended by the Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, Secretary to the Ministry of Education Tilaka Jayasundara, and other ministry officials.
(-Colombo, October 15, 2024-) In celebration of International White Cane Safety Day, the first flag was symbolically pinned on Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake at the Presidential Secretariat today (15), marking the start of flag sale week. Chairman of the Sri Lanka Council of Vision Impaired Graduates, Mr. Sugath Wasantha De Silva, […]
(-Colombo, October 15, 2024-)
In celebration of International White Cane Safety Day, the first flag was symbolically pinned on Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake at the Presidential Secretariat today (15), marking the start of flag sale week.
Chairman of the Sri Lanka Council of Vision Impaired Graduates, Mr. Sugath Wasantha De Silva, pinned the flag to Dr. Kumanayake. He explained that the proceeds from the flag sales will fund scholarships for visually impaired students and support their welfare.
Following the ceremony, the Secretary to the President engaged in a friendly discussion with members of the Sri Lanka Council of Vision Impaired Graduates. The Secretary acknowledged the challenges they face and committed to exploring potential solutions in the future.
Secretary of the Sri Lanka Council of Vision Impaired Graduates, Mr. Chamodh Nayananda, and several association officers were present at the event.
(-Colombo, October 15, 2024-) – The President said, attending a progress review meeting of the Ministry of Energy President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the progress review meeting of the Ministry of Energy this morning (15). President Anura Kumara Dissanayake pointed out that, similar to other countries where the energy sector holds a prominent position, Sri […]
(-Colombo, October 15, 2024-)
– The President said, attending a progress review meeting of the Ministry of Energy
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the progress review meeting of the Ministry of Energy this morning (15).
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake pointed out that, similar to other countries where the energy sector holds a prominent position, Sri Lanka too has given the energy sector a leading role, and he also mentioned that the Ministry of Energy is one that generates revenue, and with higher earnings, there are societal discussions about possible irregularities.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that during this Presidential election, the people had voted with expectations, and he is committed to fulfilling that mandate.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake highlighted that the public has placed their trust in a new political tradition due to dissatisfaction with the old political culture, the economic problems they face, and their dissatisfaction with the performance of the public service.
The President mentioned that the public believes corruption, fraud, and mismanagement are behind the country’s economic collapse, and that the people have given this mandate to prevent these issues. He further stated that he would protect the trust placed in him by the people to stop corruption and fraud across the public sector, and urged public servants to fulfill their responsibilities properly.
The President further stated that public wealth must be protected like religious property, and no one has a legitimate right to subject that wealth to fraud or corruption.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that the commitment of the current public servants is essential to create an efficient and effective public service that satisfies the citizens, and he is ready to take every step necessary to achieve this.
The President emphasized that public servants must act with responsibility and accountability to fulfill the structure, goals, and expectations of this mandate, and stated that his political leadership team is prepared to provide the necessary leadership for this.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake further noted that he stands by every public action taken in the public’s interest within the boundaries of official duty and will not hesitate to take necessary action if improper acts are committed.
A detailed and extensive review was conducted regarding the current projects in the energy sector and those scheduled for implementation over the coming years.
Further discussions were held on how to achieve the goals of the energy sector over the next three years, as well as the short-term and long-term relief that could be provided to the public.
Professor Udayanga Hemapala, Secretary of the Ministry of Energy; Dr. Tilak Siyambalapitiya, Chairman of the Ceylon Electricity Board; Engineer K.G.R.F. Comester, General Manager of the Ceylon Electricity Board; and Janaka Rajakaruna, Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation and the Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited, along with several officials from the Ministry of Energy, participated in this event.
(-Colombo, October 11, 2024-) Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, met with a delegation from the World Food Programme (WFP) at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (11). During the meeting, the WFP representatives agreed to continue their ongoing programs in Sri Lanka through the World Food Programme, ensuring no disruptions. Although the food […]
(-Colombo, October 11, 2024-)
Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, met with a delegation from the World Food Programme (WFP) at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (11).
During the meeting, the WFP representatives agreed to continue their ongoing programs in Sri Lanka through the World Food Programme, ensuring no disruptions.
Although the food crisis in Sri Lanka has eased to some extent, the WFP officials expressed their willingness to extend further support through new programmes whenever additional needs arise.
The WFP delegation included WFP Country Director Abdur Rahim Siddiqui, the Government Partnerships Officer Musthafa Nihmath and the Gerard Rebello , WFP Sri Lanka ‘s Deputy Country Director. Additional Secretary to the President, Roshan Gamage, also attended the meeting.
