President Ranil Wickremesinghe has instructed officials to take necessary steps to provide housing for all homeless families in Kajimawatte, Colombo.
President Wickremesinghe stated that the work must adhere to the government’s housing policies and criteria.
Accordingly, these instructions were provided by the Head of State during a discussion held yesterday (6) regarding the housing issue in the Kajimawatta, Colombo.
President instructed officials to examine underutilised government-owned buildings and lands within the Colombo Municipal Area, exploring the potential for development and utilisation for commercial purposes.
He also underscored the significance of implementing the program through private investments, with the intervention of the public sector.
Furthermore, the President reviewed the advancement of government housing projects underway within the Colombo city limits, emphasizing the necessity for additional initiatives.