Minister announces plans to allocate Rs. 2,000 billion for 2027 development programs
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On 28 October 2026, Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment Minister Dr. Upali Pannila said plans are underway to allocate Rs. 2,000 billion as capital expenditure for development programs through the 2027 budget.
Speaking at a Community Development Council conference in Kilinochchi, Pannila cited President Anurakumara Dissanayake and noted that the 'Praja Shakthi' poverty eradication program aims to design bottom-up development plans without ethnic, religious or regional discrimination.
Pannila also announced approved 2026 allocations under 'Praja Shakthi' of Rs. 363 million for Mullaitivu District and Rs. 324 million for Kilinochchi District. He urged government officials to ensure funds are utilized without misuse.
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