The Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera
Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera raised concerns that the objectives of the Holuwagoda initiative have not been fully achieved, noting that about 4,000 acres have become heavily waterlogged, including paddy lands now unsuitable for other cultivation. He said the new Government is planning measures to reduce accumulated water, but requested a proper review of the project, particularly as expected tourism benefits have not materialized due to low foreign arrivals.
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Machine-translated from Sinhala / Tamil / English¶ 01 My first supplementary: Residents and I believe the stated objectives have not been fully realized. Around 4,000 acres connected to the overall Holuwagoda initiative have become heavily waterlogged, paddy fields are waterlogged and unsuitable for other cultivation. Since the new Government assumed office, steps are being planned to reduce accumulated water. Given tourism expectations have not materialized due to low foreign arrivals, I request a proper review to ensure objectives are being met and functions properly carried out.
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Cite as: The Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera. 10th Parliament, Parliament of Sri Lanka. Hansard, 19 February 2025. No. 1740397565032971. Politick, https://staging.politick.io/lk/speeches/11408