Sri Lanka, Dec. 22 -- Plans are underway to establish housing complexes for those who lost their homes due to the impact of cyclone Ditwah, the Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply, Susil Ranasinghe has stated.

Speaking at a media briefing held at the Ministry premises today (22), Minister Ranasinghe said alternative plots of lands have already been identified through District Secretaries for the initiative.

He further emphasized that efforts are being made to restore the lives of people affected by the disaster within a short period of time.

Minister Susil Ranasinghe stated,

"More than 6,000 houses have been destroyed. Over 100,000 houses have been reported as partially damaged. Even if the houses are not damaged, there...