Waves of Hope Charity Concert Tonight in Aid of Cyclone Victims 📈

A major charity event, Waves of Hope, takes place tonight to support recovery efforts following the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah. Organised by Rotary District 3220 and the Western Musicians Association (WMA), the concert aims to raise critical funds for affected communities. • Overall Impact Context: Cyclone Ditwah (Nov/Dec 2025) caused an estimated US$ 4.10 Bn in direct physical damage, equivalent to 4% of GDP. The disaster affected over 2.30 Mn people, with over 600 fatalities and 200,000 displaced nationwide. • Event Details: - Time/Venue: Tonight, 7:00 PM at Radisson Blu (Hotel Galadari) Ballroom. - Participants: Performances by Misty, Chitral, Dalreen, Rukshan, and others, all appearing free of charge. - Proceeds: 100% of funds directed toward relief and recovery for families and schools in the hardest-hit provinces (Central and Eastern). • Sector & Economic Focus: Infrastructure damage alone is estimated at US$ 1.74 Bn (42% of total loss), severely disrupting ICT/BPM connectivity and trade routes. The agriculture sector faced an US$ 814 Mn hit, impacting food security and rural livelihoods. Fundraisers like this support the recovery trajectory by addressing immediate humanitarian gaps. • Availability: Only a few tickets/tables remain from the original 50-table capacity. Tickets are priced at Rs. 10,000 (inclusive of dinner). _Information based on provisional disaster management and event organiser data._