Sri Lanka, July 5 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that no matter the extent of economic growth reflected in statistics, if the advantages of this growth do not extend to the rural communities, then such growth holds no significance.

The President further stated that while it is important to achieve national economic growth, it is equally essential to expand the economy in a way that creates opportunities for rural communities and makes them active participants in the economic process. He stated that this is a responsibility of the Government.

The President made these remarks attending the launch of the "Prajashakthi" National Programme held at Temple Trees yesterday .

The "Prajashakthi" National Programme has been laun...