In a significant step towards improving housing for low-income families in Sri Lanka, Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, H.E Santosh Jha, and Secretary of the Ministry of Rural and Urban Development, Housing and Construction, Mr. Atapattu, inaugurated the Thiththavelkiwla Model Village in Monaragala on 4th November 2024. This project, a collaboration between India and Sri Lanka, supports 24 families in Monaragala with newly developed housing facilities.
Key Highlights
- Collaborative Project: The Model Village Housing Project, supported by the Government of India, is being implemented across all 25 districts of Sri Lanka in partnership with the Ministry of Rural and Urban Development, Housing, and Construction.
- Project Scale: With the aim of constructing 600 homes for low-income families, the project envisions one model village per district, each with 24 houses designed for beneficiaries selected by District Housing Committees.
- Nationwide Impact: To date, model villages have been inaugurated in 11 districts, including Batticaloa, Vavuniya, Jaffna, and Kandy, with over 96% of the project already completed. The remaining villages are expected to be handed over shortly.
- Commitment to Upliftment: This initiative reflects the strong diplomatic and developmental ties between India and Sri Lanka, underlining India’s support for sustainable housing and rural development on the island.
India-Sri Lanka Partnership Delivers New Model Village in Monaragala
Conclusion
The Thiththavelkiwla Model Village stands as a testament to the strengthened India-Sri Lanka relationship, contributing not only to improved housing but also to the broader vision of rural upliftment and community development. With the completion of this project, both countries continue to foster meaningful, people-oriented development in Sri Lanka.
Update from: High Commission of India in Sri Lanka
High Commissioner of India in Sri Lanka India-Sri Lanka Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha
Last modified: November 7, 2024
