UN Reports 36.5% Funding Gap for Cyclone Ditwah Relief 📈

The UN’s Humanitarian Priorities Plan (HPP) for Sri Lanka faces a shortfall of US$ 12.8 million as of early February. While 63.5% of the required budget has been secured, critical gaps remain in the recovery phase. • Financial Status: Total Requirement: US$ 35.3 Mn Funding Secured: US$ 22.4 Mn Funding Gap: 36.5% (US$ 12.8 Mn unmet) • Impact & Reach: Target: 658,000 vulnerable individuals through April 2026. Progress to Date: Over 216,000 people reached across all 25 districts. Demographics: Over 50% of beneficiaries are women; 4,500 persons with disabilities supported. • Critical Sector Shortfalls: Significant underfunding persists in agriculture and livelihoods, health, nutrition, education, and early recovery. This remains a concern as 165,000 individuals are still displaced or staying with host families. • National Context: The HPP was launched at the government's request to mitigate the economic and social fallout of Cyclone Ditwah. Ensuring the stability of the agriculture sector is vital for food security and rural employment during this recovery period.