Renovation of Magalla tank under President’s patronage

The renovation of the Magalla tank in Nikaweratiya area began on Friday under the patronage of President Mahinda Rajapaksa.

The renovation of the tank is expected to bring relief to thousands of people in the Nikaweratiya area currently undergoing an extended spell of drought.

The tank built by King Mahasen has not been properly renovated since 1943 and the present effort is expected to enhance its water retaining and distribution capacity significantly.

The President on the occasion also took part in the dredging of the tank and the Ridee Madi canal which brings water to the tank, by starting the relevant machineries.

Earlier in the day, addressing the Kurunegala District Development Committee meeting, President Rajapaksa advised officials to renovate tanks across the country to ensure adequate water for cultivations.