šŸ‡ŖšŸ‡ŗ EU Boosts Cyclone Relief with Additional €1 Million šŸ“ˆ

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The European Union has allocated an additional €1 million (approx. Rs 370 million) to address the lingering humanitarian impact of Tropical Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. • Total Assistance: This latest injection brings the total emergency humanitarian funding to €3.35 million, supplemented by technical expertise and in-kind aid from France, Germany, Italy, and Luxembourg. • Impact Context: The funding targets recovery from the November 2025 cyclone which triggered floods and landslides across all 25 districts, severely damaging infrastructure, housing, and livelihoods. • Implementation: Funds will be channeled through humanitarian partner organizations to restore basic services and support ongoing relief operations for affected communities. • Economic Resilience: These efforts are critical for stabilizing local economies and ensuring the recovery of the agricultural and informal labor sectors in high-impact regions.

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