📈 President Launches Key Infrastructure & Security Projects in Eastern Province

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake initiated major development projects in Ampara and provided key updates on national security operations in Batticaloa. • Infrastructure Development (Ampara): Nintavur Cultural Centre: Construction resumed with an allocation of Rs. 300 million from the 2026 Budget. Total estimated project cost is Rs. 945.04 million, with completion targeted by December 31, 2027. Ampara Multi-Purpose Town Hall: Construction commenced to address local urban needs. Total estimated cost is Rs. 1.74 billion, scheduled for completion by December 31, 2028. Regional Recovery: Special Coordinating Committee reviewed ongoing post-Cyclone Ditwah relief measures and public infrastructure programs. • National Security & Anti-Narcotics: Organised Crime Crackdown: Under the "A Nation United" operation, 28 alleged underworld figures have been arrested overseas and extradited to Sri Lanka. An additional 21 suspects deported from Dubai arrived recently. Legislative & Facility Support: The Government is drafting special laws to suppress armed criminal gangs and has established specialized detention facilities for suspects. Seizure Statistics: During the six months since the anti-narcotics campaign's launch, authorities have seized 1,943 kg of heroin, 2,008 kg of crystal methamphetamine ("ice"), and 40,755 kg of cannabis.