INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressing a special Committee meeting drew parallels to the successful implementation of the Mahaweli
for this endeavoUr.Highlighting the strategic importance of the endeavour, President Wickremesinghe underscored the comprehensive vision for
He underscored the collaborative role of India in realizing this strategic program.These remarks were made during a special meeting presided
over by President Wickremesinghe at the Trincomalee Air Force Base today (24).The session prominently addressed the meticulous
administration of government and Mahaweli-designated land within the district
The President duly instructed officials to provide him with a comprehensive report encompassing land allocations spanning the period 2019 to
2023.President Wickremesinghe asserted that land stands as the essential factor of the development trajectory
He highlighted the importance of vigilant management for the achievement of desired developmental objectives.In addition, the President
provided explicit guidance to cease the competitive establishment of religious sites
He advocated for a consultative approach in future undertakings concerning religious structures within the Trincomalee district
Decisions in this regard he said, should be reached in coordination with the governor, district political leaders, and relevant governmental
authorities.President Ranil Wickremesinghe further commented,The convened meeting today was dedicated to deliberating upon the developmental
initiatives within the Eastern Province, with particular emphasis on the Trincomalee district
agreement between Sri Lanka and India
It is vital that this accord is executed.The development strategy entails a meticulously crafted program aimed at the enhancement of the
Kumana coastal stretch extending from Verugalaru to Panama
This expanse is envisioned to be harnessed for the advancement of the tourism sector
Simultaneously, a blueprint is in place for the establishment of modernized agriculture within this vicinity and this model is intended to
be extended to other areas within the Eastern Province
The active involvement of both the Mahaweli Authority and the Land Department is envisaged in these pursuits.Anticipating an evolution in
Subsequent to this, the trajectory of development is envisaged to extend to Batticaloa and Ampara.The resolution of land-related issues,
particularly concerning Mahaweli-designated land, is pivotal for the advancement of these endeavours
Pertinently, the execution of the Trincomalee Development Plan encompasses the acquisition of land in accordance with the 1985 Mahaweli
However, there have been instances of land parcels within the Eastern Province being gazetted without the requisite approval of the
Cabinet.Observations have indicated an allocation of land to various religious sites
Consequently, there is a directive to halt the competitive proliferation of such establishments
have been designated as forests by the Ministry of Wildlife
pursuits.In the contemporary global landscape, nations such as Singapore and Dubai have strategically harnessed extensive land resources to
propel their developmental pursuits
My recent visit to Singapore highlighted their interest in procuring rice from Sri Lanka
Notably, we had imported rice from them last year, and this year they are seeking rice from us
This underscores the need to establish modernized agricultural practices within our nation, thereby leveraging agricultural products as a
means to fortify our global economic presence.The expeditious realization of our development objectives hinges on the prompt execution of
the Eastern Development Plan
I hold the expectation that unwavering dedication to this cause will be demonstrated by all stakeholders, including government officials.In
Senior Adviser to the President on National Security and Chief of Staff to the President, Senthil Thondaman- Governor of the Eastern
as other esteemed public representatives of the province and various provincial government officials.
