🚗 Cabinet Approves Rs. 1.5 Bn Vehicle Procurement for Wildlife Conservation

The Cabinet of Ministers has greenlit tenders totaling Rs. 1,458.75 million to bolster the Department of Wildlife Conservation's field operations and wild elephant management. • Total Investment: Approximately Rs. 1.5 billion (excluding taxes for specific lots). • Vehicle Breakdown: • 16 Double Cabs: Awarded to United Motors Lanka PLC for Rs. 300 million. • 84 Single Cabs: Awarded to Toyota Lanka Ltd for Rs. 1.134 billion. • 09 Four-Wheel Tractors: Awarded to Diesel & Motor Engineering PLC (DIMO) for Rs. 24.75 million. • Strategic Impact: The procurement aims to enhance wild elephant management and general field efficiency, addressing critical human-wildlife conflict and environmental protection—sectors vital for the tourism and agriculture landscapes. All contracts were awarded to the lowest bidders following a formal tender process initiated by the Ministry of Environment.