### Govt. to Launch Record 31,318-Unit Housing Drive in 2026 📈

The Sri Lankan government has announced its largest-ever single-year housing program, titled “A Place of Our Own – A Beautiful Life,” targeting the construction of 31,318 units in 2026. • Investment & Scale: A total of Rs. 44 Bn has been allocated under the 2026 Budget. The initiative aims to stimulate the construction sector and generate significant employment nationwide. • Sector Breakdowns: • Low-income families: Rs. 10.2 Bn allocated for dedicated housing. • Conflict-affected families: Rs. 5 Bn earmarked for displaced persons; unit grants increased 33% to Rs. 2 Mn (from Rs. 1.5 Mn). • Plantation sector: 1,254 houses to be built with Indian assistance. • NHDA projects: 15,601 units valued at Rs. 1 Mn each, featuring a phased payment mechanism to ensure completion by Oct 2026. • Social Inclusion: The program spans all provinces, covering public sector employees, plantation workers, artists, journalists, and athletes. • Implementation: Inauguration by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Friday in Jaffna. The Ministry of Housing reported 90%+ project progress in 2025, signaling high delivery confidence for the new year.