The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera - Deputy Minister of Defence
Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera supported the motion and said the Ministry of Defence is developing a strategic, long-term disaster management approach in consultation with MPs, experts, and relevant line agencies. He stated that Rs. 95 million has been allocated for immediate short-term relief projects on the south bank of the Kelani Valley, with implementation to begin soon. He also said the National Council on Disaster Management, chaired by the President, would be convened to appoint expert committees to address disaster situations across the country.
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Machine-translated from Sinhala / Tamil / English¶ 01 Thank you, Hon. Presiding Member. I commend the motion as timely. Since assuming office, the Ministry of Defence has held several discussions with MPs and experts to develop a systematic, strategic approach. We recognize the need for long-term, planned action, coordinating with line ministries such as the Irrigation Department.
¶ 02 For immediate relief on the south bank of the Kelani Valley, the Ministry of Defence has allocated Rs. 95 million for short-term projects, with estimates prepared and implementation to commence swiftly.
¶ 03 There is also a National Council on Disaster Management chaired by the President, comprising Government and Opposition Members and Ministers. We intend to convene soon and, beyond Kelani, appoint expert committees to address disaster situations throughout the country. Thank you.
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