President Dissanayake announces higher education allocations in 2027 budget proposals
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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has outlined higher education allocations in the 2027 budget proposals.
The proposals include Rs. 450 million in 2027 towards an Rs. 8,000 million project for medical faculties and clinical buildings at Peradeniya and Wayamba universities, alongside Rs. 2,250 million for academic and infrastructure development.
A total of Rs. 6,250 million is proposed for student welfare programmes, including Rs. 717 million for initiatives like university wastewater treatment systems. Additionally, a Rs. 2,050 million staff housing project at the University of Vavuniya is scheduled to begin in 2027.
For damage caused by Cyclone Ditwa, an estimated Rs. 6,150 million is allocated to reconstruct infrastructure at the University of Peradeniya, with Rs. 700 million allocated in 2027 for damaged higher education institutions.
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How the story developed
- සිPresident Dissanayake proposed a digital transformation authority, an AI center, and student broadband internet vouchers.
- සිPresident Dissanayake allocated 200 million rupees for a Katunayake Airport flyover to support re-exportation centers.
- தHarsha de Silva criticized the budget for lacking structural change and maintaining previous expenditure levels.
- සිOpposition Leader Sajith Premadasa accused the government of concealing economic data and manipulating budget figures.
