December 28, 2024
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State Minister Anupa Pasqual Unveils Ambitious Disability Empowerment Agenda with New Bill and Inclusive Initiatives
September 20, 2023State Minister for Social Empowerment, Mr. Anupa Pasqual, emphasized that empowering the disabled community is pivotal to boosting the country’s productive economy. During a news conference held at the Presidential Media Center, themed Collective Path to a stable country,’ Mr. Anupa Pasqual announced that a new Disability Bill, aimed at safeguarding the rights of the entire disabled community, will be presented to Parliament this year.
Resuming Construction of Incomplete National Road System - State Minister of Highways Siripala Gamlath
September 19, 2023 State Minister of Highways, Mr. Siripala Gamlath, announced the government's plan to resume construction of Sri Lanka's halted road system. Funding will be allocated in the upcoming budget, ensuring swift completion and delivery to the public.
A comprehensive report on renovation initiatives for reservoirs, tanks, dams and water-carrying tunnels mandated within two weeks
September 19, 2023A comprehensive report on renovation initiatives for reservoirs, tanks, dams and water-carrying tunnels mandated within two weeks
-President’s Senior Advisor on National Security Sagala Ratnayaka
BIMSTEC and IORA will boost regional cooperation - Bangladesh Speaker
September 19, 2023Speaker of Bangladesh Parliament, Shirin Sharmin Chowdhury said upcoming BIMSTEC and IORA meetings will boost cooperation between the countries in the region.
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