LANDSLIDE AFFECTED COMMUNITIES IN NEWARA ELIYA

LANDSLIDE AFFECTED COMMUNITIES IN NEWARA ELIYA

WALAPANE REHABILITATION PROGRAMME

The people of Walapane who suffered from last years landslides, have mobilised themselves to improve their living conditions in the camp. As they await resettlement, they have begun to construct a study room, and are receiving a water supply as well as electricity. This was done under the guidance of the GMSL but was predominantly carried out by the community themselves, with material assistance from the DS. They have been lobbying and advocating for new land, especially since a small number of families were recently arrested for moving to land they had found themselves. 3 representatives from Walapane met with the Environmental Ministry to discuss whether they could release some of the 500 acres of land discovered that belongs to the wildlife department. This is still in discussion but the outcome looks extremely positive.