Sri Lanka, April 22 -- The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to increase the financial assistance provided for a housing unit under the "Obata Geyak - Ratata Hetak" housing program, which is aimed at addressing the housing needs of low-income and impoverished families.

This initiative seeks to alleviate poverty and improve living standards by providing housing support to economically disadvantaged individuals.

Under the program, a family is selected from each Grama Niladhari Division, with priority given to those in dire need. Assistance is granted based on the progress of construction, either to build a new house or improve an existing one.

Beneficiaries are required to construct a house with a minimum floor area of 550 square...