Restoration of civil rule in Mannar

Shirley Wijesinghe

The 90 day programme for the restoration of civil administration in the Mannar district was discussed recently via teleconference facilities between officials of the Mannar District Secretariat and Public Administration and Home Affairs Ministry.

Matters related to transport facilities, the supply of commodities including petrol, diesel and kerosene to the Mannar district were focused at the discussion.

Speaking of the limited supply of fuel to the Mannar District, Divisional Secretary of Mannar District A. Nicholas Pillai pointed out that fishermen of the area have been facing more difficulties due to fuel being rationalised.

Public Administration and Home Affairs Minister Karu Jayasuriya has made arrangements to focus the problem to the attention of the Defence Secretary soon.

Minister Jayasuriya also decided to take up the problems of fishermen that has arisen following restrictions imposed on fishing confined to the daytime, due to the current security situation.

Restoration of health services, rehabilitation of roads, supply of electricity and drinking water facilities to the Mannar district also engaged the Minister's attention.